Client/Service Charge Accountant

Axon Moore are working with a business operating in the Property sector to appoint a Client Accountant. The business operates multiple sites within commercial property and covers a lot of other disciplinaries, making it a one stop shop. This is a small, but vibrant company with great growth prospects and people at the heart of their focus.

The role looks after all financial management and reporting for their client portfolio, ensuring all transactions, reconciliations and reporting is completed in accordance with RICS and other regulatory requirements. You will work with the Property, Facilities and wider teams, making it an integral role in the business.

Salary and benefits:

Salary - £35,000 - £50,000 depending on experience, 27 days holiday plus banks, 6% pension, hybrid working 3 days in, 2 out, 37.5 hours p/w with flexibility around core hours, Medicash, 2x life cover, employee assistance schemes. It’s safe to say this business really looks after the staff with a relaxed environment and social calendar.

Responsibilities include:

Maintain accurate financial records in line with RICS Client Money regulations
Prepare regular client statements, reports, and reconciliations
Deliver timely management information to clients and internal teams
Act as the main contact for client accounting queries
Review and validate financial data before reporting
Collaborate with Property & Facilities Managers on budgets and financial alignment
Manage all client money transactions (rent, service charge, insurance, ad-hoc)
Reconcile bank accounts, tenant deposits, and holding accounts
Maintain accurate, up-to-date ledgers and balances
Ensure proper invoice approval, coding, and financial governance compliance
Support internal controls, audits, and financial compliance requirements
Prepare and review service charge budgets and year-end reconciliations
Ensure accurate recording and allocation of expenditure and recoveries
Maintain data accuracy across systems and ensure full audit trails
Communicate with clients, tenants, and teams while driving process improvements
Experience & Skill Requirements:

Experience in a Service Charge/Client Accountant role, preferably commercial property.
AAT or relevant accounting qualification.
Understanding of VAT and RICS regulations.
Good knowledge of MS Excel (vlookups, pivot tables etc).
Preferable to have experience of using a Property Management system such as Cube, Yardi, etc.
Ability to multi-task, prioritise work and meet deadlines.
Demonstrate accuracy and pay attention to detail.
Work and communicate in a mature, courteous and professional manner.
Strong interpersonal skills – approachable and down to earth with good communication skills.
If you would like to hear more about this role, please get in touch with Harriett Busby at Axon Moore