Accountant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Accountant to join a highly respected integrated real estate investment and development platform based in London. This role offers the chance to work across both construction and investment operations, providing essential support to the finance function. You will be at the heart of maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and supporting the smooth delivery of projects. The organisation values collaboration, attention to detail, and offers a supportive environment where your skills will be nurtured and your professional growth encouraged. With flexible working opportunities and exposure to both development and investment activities, this position is ideal for someone looking to expand their expertise within the real estate sector while enjoying a generous salary package.

Responsibilities

* Manage day-to-day bookkeeping across two entities, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded using Xero and maintained in line with best practices.

* Process purchase invoices with careful attention to correct coding, CIS treatment, VAT application, and Domestic Reverse Charge requirements, supporting compliance across all business activities.

* Prepare monthly CIS returns for HMRC, including verifying subcontractors, calculating deductions, and issuing payment statements to ensure regulatory adherence.

* Maintain comprehensive subcontractor records and CIS documentation for construction and development projects, supporting ongoing compliance efforts.

* Assist with quarterly VAT return preparation by applying appropriate VAT treatments to transactions related to construction, development, and investment activities.

* Conduct regular bank reconciliations as well as supplier statement reconciliations, project costing allocation reviews, and general ledger reviews to support month-end reporting and cost control.

* Liaise professionally with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams to resolve invoice queries, payment issues, and account discrepancies promptly.

* Support the finance manager during month-end processes by contributing to reporting requirements and handling ad hoc finance administration tasks as needed.

* Maintain organised, complete, and up-to-date finance records that underpin financial reporting, tax submissions, compliance checks, and management information needs.

The Ideal Candidate

* You bring experience within the construction industry which enables you to understand sector-specific finance requirements.

* Your strong knowledge of CIS regulations and VAT treatment (including Domestic Reverse Charge) ensures compliance across all relevant transactions.

* You have hands-on experience using Xero accounting software alongside advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

* Your highly organised approach allows you to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining excellent attention to detail in all tasks.

* You possess confident communication skills-both written and verbal-that enable you to collaborate effectively with suppliers, subcontractors, and internal teams.

* Studying towards AAT, ACA, ACCA, CIMA or similar qualifications is considered a bonus but not essential; your commitment to professional growth is valued.

Next Steps

If you are ready to take your accounting career forward within a thriving real estate platform in London-where your expertise will make a meaningful impact-this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link.

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