Harrogate | £45,000-£55,000+ | Hybrid Working
A highly successful and growing property business based in central Harrogate is seeking a Financial Accountant to support the Head of Property & Operational Finance. This is a hands-on, varied role offering exposure to both day-to-day financial operations and the strategic side of a fast-paced property portfolio. To be considered, you must have experience of working in the property sector.
If you enjoy rolling up your sleeves, improving processes, and working closely with stakeholders across a business, this role offers real scope to add value and develop your career.
The Role
You’ll play a key role in ensuring accurate financial processing, robust reconciliations, and insightful reporting across multiple funds and portfolios. Working closely with internal finance teams and external partners, you’ll help drive operational efficiency and support wider business objectives.
Key responsibilities include:
*Supporting operational finance activities across multiple areas
*Maintaining reconciliations between internal systems
*Processing and reporting tenant transactions
*Recognising profits across a range of funds
*Delivering process improvement and project work
*Liaising with outsourced finance teams and external investors
*Supporting audit processes and providing financial information
*Calculating and posting portfolio-wide adjustments
*Responding to GL, AP, and cash-related queries
*Analysing KPIs to help prioritise workloads
*Building strong relationships across Investment, Development, Property, and Corporate teams
About You
*Qualified Accountant (CIMA / ACCA / ICAEW) preferred; QBE considered
*Property sector experience is essential
*Strong Excel skills and solid IT literacy
*Excellent understanding of transactional accounting and ledger impacts
*Experience in finance operations or process-driven environments
*Detail-oriented, organised, and disciplined
*Confident working with and supporting experienced, non-qualified staff
*Proactive, enthusiastic, and service-focused mindset
What’s On Offer
*Salary: £50,000-£55,000+
*Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm
*Hybrid working: 1 day per week from home (post-probation)
*Holidays: 24 days + bank holidays (rising to 30 with service)
*Life assurance
*Private healthcare (after probation)
*Support for ongoing training and professional development
*Modern, central Harrogate office close to transport links and free all-day parking
This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, ambitious business where your contribution will be visible and valued.