Assistant Accountant

Assistant Accountant

Salary: £28,000

Location: Birmingham

Keywords: analytical, numerical skills, Excel proficiency, financial reporting, rental management, council tax compliance, budget adherence, property finance, administrative support

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Accountant to join a reputable property rental management organisation based in Birmingham. This role offers the chance to play a pivotal part in ensuring financial accuracy, regulatory compliance, and effective portfolio management within a supportive and collaborative environment. With a competitive salary of £28,000, you will be at the heart of the business's financial operations, working closely with various teams and external partners to ensure seamless rent administration and reporting. The position provides exposure to a wide range of responsibilities, from analysing rental costs and preparing detailed reports to supporting senior executives with administrative tasks. If you are looking for a role that values your attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to maintaining high standards, this is the perfect next step in your career.

What you'll do:

• Review previous rents, administration records, and spreadsheets meticulously to ensure all data is accurate and up-to-date for effective decision-making.
• Analyse all elements of rent structures, identifying trends or discrepancies that may impact overall financial performance.
• Contact local tradespeople, suppliers, and customers regularly to verify actual rental expenses and maintain transparent communication channels.
• Liaise with local councils to confirm council tax bandings and ensure full compliance with relevant regulations.
• Work closely with Operations teams to align property portfolio costs with established budgets and organisational objectives.
• Build and maintain comprehensive rental records and generate regular reports for internal use and external stakeholders.
• Organise and actively participate in rent meetings, contributing insights on cost management and process improvements.
• Prepare and submit monthly KPI reports that reflect key performance indicators related to rent collection, budget adherence, and compliance.
• Handle new rents and amendments efficiently by coordinating CRM integration for rents and managing all associated administrative tasks.
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes by providing accurate financial data, assisting with reconciliations, and preparing necessary documentation.

What you bring:

• Demonstrate strong analytical abilities paired with advanced numerical skills that enable you to interpret complex financial data accurately.
• Show proficiency in Microsoft Excel as well as other financial reporting tools essential for creating detailed spreadsheets and insightful reports.
• Exhibit excellent communication skills that allow you to liaise effectively with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders such as local councils or suppliers.
• Possess up-to-date knowledge of rental regulations including council tax policies along with contract management principles relevant to property finance.
• Display exceptional attention to detail combined with the capacity to work independently while meeting deadlines consistently.
• Bring proven negotiation skills that help resolve discrepancies or queries related to budget variances or housing benefit claims efficiently.
• Maintain a high level of integrity coupled with discretion when handling sensitive or confidential information within the organisation.
• Hold a degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration or a related field (preferred but not mandatory).
• Have prior experience in rent management processes such as accounts receivable or credit control within property finance environments.
• Familiarity with budgeting techniques-especially Zero-Based Budgeting-and customer management practices would be advantageous.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career within property management while enjoying meaningful responsibilities in a supportive environment-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link below; don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

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