Interim Service Charge Accountant

4765959
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    South Manchester
  • Working Pattern

    Flexible Working,Full-time
  • Specialism

    Senior Finance Qualified
  • Industry

    Property & Real Estate
  • Pay

    Up to £325 Daily Rate

Service Charge Accountant | Property Management | South Manchester | Up to £300 Day Rate | Up to 3 Months

Your new company
You’ll be joining a large, long‑established residential property management business with a national portfolio and a reputation for delivering high‑quality service. They operate at scale, manage complex multi‑site service charge structures, and are investing heavily in improving their financial processes and resident experience.

Your new role
As Interim Service Charge Accountant, you’ll take ownership of a portfolio of residential developments, ensuring accurate preparation, reconciliation, and reporting of annual service charge accounts. You’ll work closely with Property Managers, Finance, and external stakeholders to manage queries, analyse variances, streamline processes, and ensure compliance with lease terms and industry regulations. This is a hands‑on assignment requiring strong technical accounting capability, attention to detail, and the ability to work efficiently within a busy period.

What you'll need to succeed
  • Strong service charge accounting experience within residential or mixed‑use property management
  • Comfortable preparing year‑end accounts, reconciliations, budgets, and variance analysis
  • Ability to interpret leases and understand relevant legislation (e.g. RICS & ARMA guidelines)
  • Confident working with stakeholders across finance and operations
  • Ability to work independently and hit the ground running in a fast‑paced environment

What you'll get in return
  • Immediate‑start interim assignment with a well‑respected property management business
  • Opportunity to add value and shape improvements during a critical period
  • Competitive day rate salary up to £300

What you need to do now
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