Service Charge Accountant

Service Charge Accountant Job description Role Purpose The Service Charge Accountant is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records across a portfolio of client accounts, ensuring strong financial controls, producing high-quality financial reporting, and supporting effective decision-making across operational teams. Key Responsibilities Financial Management & Controls Complete monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies. Monitor service charge, reserve and client account balances. Manage working capital and cash flow requirements. Review income and expenditure postings to ensure accuracy and lease compliance. Maintain accurate accounting records and robust audit trails. Reporting & Analysis Prepare financial information for monthly and quarterly client reporting. Produce budget versus actual reporting and variance analysis. Support Senior Client Accountants with data validation and reporting queries. Generate accurate service charge demands in line with budgets and lease requirements. Budgeting & Planning Support annual budget preparation through analysis of historical expenditure and future cost assumptions. Maintain audit trails of budget amendments. Ensure approved budgets are accurately loaded into systems. Year-End & Audit Prepare year-end audit packs to ETB level. Liaise with auditors and provide supporting documentation. Investigate and resolve audit queries and discrepancies. Ensure year-end outputs are complete, accurate and deli