Client Accountant

CLIENT ACCOUNTANT • Trinity Property Group • £Competitive • Hybrid (Manchester or Hemel Hempstead)

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are looking for a Client Accountant to take ownership of service charge accounting across a portfolio of residential and mixed-use developments.

This role is focused on delivering accurate, compliant and timely financial reporting, while working closely with property managers, clients and auditors. You will be trusted to manage your own workload, meet deadlines and ensure all outputs meet the highest professional standards.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

This is a fast-paced, deadline-driven position requiring strong technical knowledge and attention to detail.

You will be responsible for the preparation, coordination and finalisation of service charge accounts, ensuring compliance with industry legislation, best practice and internal procedures.

You will also be expected to manage your own workflow effectively, communicate clearly with stakeholders and contribute to continuous improvement across processes and systems.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You’ll be successful in this role if

Accurate and audit-ready service charge accounts are delivered on time

You manage your portfolio efficiently and meet all KPIs and deadlines

Clients, auditors and internal teams trust your work and communication

You maintain strong control over data integrity and financial processes

HOW YOU’LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks, you’ll be

Preparing and finalising service charge accounts, including statutory reporting

Managing budgets, reconciliations, VAT and ad hoc financial reporting

Liaising with auditors, clients, property managers and internal teams

Resolving queries and ensuring clear, timely communication

Supporting onboarding of new developments and integration of financial data

Maintaining accurate working papers and ensuring compliance with procedures

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

This role suits someone who

Has experience in service charge or client accounting

Is highly organised and able to manage multiple deadlines

Has strong attention to detail and takes ownership of their work

Communicates clearly with both financial and non-financial stakeholders

Works proactively and looks for ways to improve processes

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

Experience within a service charge or property accounting environment

Knowledge of Qube or similar property management systems

Strong bookkeeping and accounting fundamentals

Intermediate to advanced Excel skills

Part-qualified or qualified (AAT / ACCA / CIMA / ACA or equivalent)

WHAT WE OFFER

Competitive salary, aligned to experience

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave

Fully funded training and professional development

Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward

Pension scheme and employee assistance programme

Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment