Head of Client Accounts

Salary/Rate:£45,000 - £55,000 per annum
Job Type:Hybrid
Contract Type:Perm
Town/City:London
County:London
Sector:Commercial Property Management
Job ref:JN -042021-73151_1745837758
Post Date:28. 04. 2025
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Meet Our Recruiter

Rachael O'Brien
Rachael O'Brien
Senior Consultant, Property Management Accounts

About the Role

Are you an experienced property accounting professional ready to step into a leadership role with one of the UK's most respected real estate management companies? Who are looking for a Head of Client Accounting to take charge of a high-performing team managing a prestigious portfolio of commercial assets.

About the Role:
As Head of Client Accounting, you'll lead their London-based team, overseeing the full client accounting function for a portfolio of commercial properties. You'll ensure the accurate delivery of service charge budgets, year-end reconciliations, client reporting, and financial compliance, while acting as a key point of contact for both internal stakeholders and external clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop a skilled client accounting team

  • Ensure timely and accurate service charge budgeting, reconciliations, and reporting

  • Maintain compliance with RICS regulations and industry best practices

  • Collaborate with asset and property managers to deliver financial insight

  • Manage client relationships, ensuring satisfaction and trust

  • Drive process improvements and support system upgrades or implementations

About You:

  • Proven experience in a senior client or property accounting role

  • Strong knowledge of commercial property service charge accounting

  • Familiarity with property management software (e.g., MRI, TRAMPS, Yardi, or similar)

  • Excellent leadership and communication skills

  • Ideally ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent experience)

 

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