Are you a finance professional with a sharp eye for detail and a passion for data integrity? Join this national, forward-thinking Housing Association at their office in Stockton-on-Tees.

This is a pivotal role within an organisation currently undergoing a significant journey of transformation. You won’t just be managing numbers; you will be ensuring that costs are accurate, transparent, and fully compliant.

As the Service Charge Accountant, you will take ownership of the end-to-end service charge process. Your expertise will ensure that costs are recovered fairly and in accordance with complex legislation.

What you'll be doing:

• Deliver robust budgeting, forecasting, and reporting for service charges across a diverse property portfolio.
• Ensure all costs and charges align with current housing legislation and occupancy agreements.
• Actively challenge existing processes and champion best practices to drive efficiency.
• Partner with Asset and Housing teams to verify data and provide expert financial insights.
• Prepare and manage auditable service charge accounts to the highest standard.

What you need:

• Proven background in management accounting, specifically within service charges or the social housing sector (highly desirable).
• Advanced Excel skills (data modeling, pivot tables, and VLOOKUPs) are essential.
• A strong understanding of service charge legislation and different housing tenure types.
• Ideally you will be a qualified Accountant, or working towards this.
• A pragmatic, inquisitive approach with the ability to interpret complex leasehold and tenancy agreements.

Why you'll love this job:

• Our client is known for its supportive culture and commitment to employee well-being.
• Salary circa £38,000
• Hybrid working 2-3 days per week from home, and a 35-hour work week.
• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and holiday purchase scheme
• Healthcare plan and gym discounts
• Access to a Leadership Academy and comprehensive career development programs.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Life assurance cover at 3 x salary.

If you are ready to make a real impact in a mission-driven environment, please submit your CV for immediate consideration. Interviewing ASAP!