Service Charge Accountant

Posted 04 November 2025
Salary £45,000
LocationEdgware
Job type Permanent
Discipline Estate Agency & Lettings
Reference73055

Job description

Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment 

Vacancy: SERVICE CHARGE ACCOUNTANT - Property Management

Location: Edgware, HA8

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Position: Permanent – Full Time

Reference: WR73055

Wanted! Experienced Service Charge Accountant is required for an independent property company in the London Edgware area. Previous experience in managing property portfolio accounts essential!

A busy independent property company with a strong lettings and management portfolio in the Edgware area is seeking a skilled Service Charge Accountant to join their finance team.

The successful candidate will report directly to the Finance Manager and take responsibility for preparing, maintaining, and managing service charge accounts across a diverse residential portfolio.

This role requires a detail-oriented professional with a solid understanding of property management accounting, budgeting, and client reporting.

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

  • Preparing and maintaining accurate service charge accounts for managed properties
  • Producing income and expenditure reports and reconciliation statements
  • Assisting with annual budgets, forecasting, and year-end accounts preparation
  • Liaising with property managers, landlords, and tenants regarding accounts and queries
  • Ensuring all financial records comply with current legislation and company procedures
  • Maintaining accuracy and consistency across property management systems (preferably Qube)
  • Supporting the Finance Manager with financial reporting and audits 

What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience):

  • Proven experience as a Service Charge Accountant (essential)
  • Strong knowledge of property management accounting processes
  • Experience preparing income and expenditure reports and budgets
  • Proficiency in Excel; experience using Qube software preferred
  • Excellent attention to detail and time management skills
  • Strong customer service and communication abilities
  • Professional, reliable, and able to prioritise workload effectively
  • Positive attitude with the ability to work collaboratively in a team
  • Willingness to maintain up-to-date knowledge of legislation and accounting practices 

What's In It For You?

  • Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience)
  • Excellent prospects for career development
  • Supportive and professional working environment
  • Long-standing local reputation for quality and integrity
  • Opportunity to work with a respected independent brand 

Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this Service Charge Accountant role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR73055.

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About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

Job Reference: WR73055 – Service Charge Accountant – Property Management