Full job descriptionOur client is recruiting for a Service Charge Accountant to join their business in Birmingham. The role is remote with occasional office travel, and is paying between £40-45k.
What you’ll do:




*Lead the rent and service charge cycle across a large portfolio of properties, acting as the subject matter expert and central point of coordination.
*Work closely with Housing, Finance and operational teams to ensure clear communication and accountability throughout the service charge process.
*Manage annual service charge budgets, preparing reconciliations, accruals and year-end accounts with precision and attention to detail.
*Ensure accurate charging, billing and reporting by establishing robust processes, controls and approvals that promote transparency.
*Improve cost coding, data quality and audit trails to strengthen governance and facilitate effective audits.
*Support audits, reviews and year-end assurance activities by delivering information that stakeholders trust for its accuracy and strong evidence base.
*Drive continuous process improvements that enhance structure, ownership and repeatability within the rent and service charge function.
*Build strong relationships with internal teams to foster collaboration and ensure successful outcomes.


What you bring:


*Demonstrated knowledge and experience of service charges within property finance or housing finance environments is essential for success in this role.
*Strong background in budgeting processes, reconciliations and cost recoverability ensures accurate financial management across portfolios.
*Experience collaborating with operational teams as well as finance professionals and auditors supports effective cross-functional communication.
*Advanced Excel skills combined with data analysis capabilities enable you to produce detailed reports that inform decision-making.
*Accounting qualification (part-qualified or qualified by experience such as AAT) provides a solid foundation for handling complex financial tasks.
*Familiarity with property management principles enhances your ability to interpret agreements accurately.
*Excellent interpersonal skills allow you to build dependable relationships across departments while promoting collaborative problem-solving.
*Commitment to continuous improvement drives your approach towards strengthening governance structures within the rent/service charge function.
Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates