The RoleThis role sits with the Property Management Client Accounting Team. The role involves managing the day to client accounting responsibilities on the relevant portfolio. Working alongside other client accountants and property management teams to ensure that all financial aspects of the portfolios are managed accordingly.Key Responsibilities
Reporting to clients (standard and client specific reporting) ensuring all SLAs and KPIs are adhered to
Ensure accurate reconciliation of income and expenditure
Point of contact for client queries, providing support and advice where necessary
Internal point of contact for colleagues working closely to ensure all client deliverables are met
Maintain/Oversee housekeeping of property & leases data on financial database
Assist with ad hoc tasks as and when required
Management of client and property cash-flow and funding
Annual property budget reviews and liaise with Property Manager and FM Team to ensure completion within best practice guidelines
Compliance with Savills policies and procedures
Attend client and internal meetings as and when required
Instruct Treasury department (following the relevant approvals) of the following;
Collection of monies
Amendments to Client Accounts
Payment of client property related transactions
General maintenance of client funds i.e. tenant refunds etc.
Clients and Business Development
Build good client rapport through day to day liaison, aligned to the Savills brand
Have a full awareness of the Savills business to pass cross selling opportunities to management
People
Work as a team member, sharing knowledge and experience to enhance efficiencies
Work closely with team members to deliver team goals and objectives
Systems and Process
Ability to follow end to end process, identifying and recommending process change to maximise efficiencies and encourage this in others
Microsoft Office suite knowledge and skills
Skills, Knowledge and experienceEssential qualifications
Bachelors degree in accounting, Finance, or a related field
Fluent speaker of the English language
Essential experience
5+ years experience in accounting, with a strong emphasis on account and bank reconciliation.
Comprehensive understanding of accounting principles and practices, particularly related to reconciliation processes.
Proficiency in utilising accounting software for reconciliation purposes, such as QuickBooks, SAP, Oracle, Yardi etc
Demonstrated ability to reconcile complex accounts and identify discrepancies with meticulous attention to detail.
Proficient in conducting bank reconciliations, including matching transactions, investigating variances, and resolving discrepancies.
Strong analytical skills to interpret financial data and reconcile discrepancies effectively.
Excellent problem-solving abilities, with the capacity to resolve reconciliation issues efficiently and independently.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding reconciliation matters.
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity in handling sensitive financial information.
Experience in working with/in a client and customer facing role
Desirable experience
Real Estate background
Experience in developing and implementing reconciliation procedures to streamline processes and improve accuracy.
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