Property Accountant 

• Annual Salary: Circa £60,000 plus benefits
• Location: London 
• Job Type: Full-time, 12-month fixed term contract

Reed Finance is exclusively partnering with a leading real estate investor and developer to recruit for them a dedicated Accountant to join their finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract as a Property Accountant.

This is a crucial role in maintaining smooth accounting operations and providing financial, reporting, and business partnering support within the Finance Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring timely financial processes and compliance with local accounting standards and IFRS.

This role would suit a recently qualified Accountant who has trained in practice/audit and has accounts preparation experience.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review high-quality monthly management reporting packs and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Submit management accounts to Group monthly and complete Group reporting disclosures.
• Conduct monthly variance analysis and collaborate with stakeholders to provide meaningful commentary.
• Assist in the preparation of tax reports including VAT and corporation tax, ensuring HMRC compliance.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and full-year financial reporting, liaising with auditors and responding to audit queries.
• Ensure compliance with UK REIT regime requirements and oversee supplier payment authorizations.
• Drive process improvements and robust financial controls across the company, ensuring adherence to SOPs.
• Manage property and entity accounts for all assets under remit and assist the Finance Team with ad-hoc tasks and projects.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified Accountant (or equivalent) with up to 2 years post-qualification experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong knowledge of local accounting standards and IFRS.
• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant financial experience in the real estate industry.
• Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)/Student Property experience will be highly regarded
• Excellent interpersonal skills, capable of working with internal teams and external parties.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, meeting deadlines and managing multiple priorities.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Dynamic and supportive work environment.
• Access to industry events and networking opportunities.

To apply for this Property Accountant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.