Property Accountant

About Expedock

We are a tech-enabled workforce augmentation platform leveraging top 1% offshore talent and cutting-edge technology to enable businesses to unlock their full potential.

About the Client

Our client is a UK-based real estate investment and asset management firm specializing in residential properties and delivering strategic solutions that maximize asset performance and long-term value.

About the Role

We are seeking a Property Accountant to support the financial management of the client's residential property portfolios. This is a hands-on accounting role focused on management accounts, reconciliations, budgeting and forecasting, property-related expenses, invoicing, and VAT reporting.

The ideal candidate has a strong foundation in general accounting, experience assisting with management accounts preparation, and an interest in developing their expertise in property accounting.

Shift: UK Business Hours
Work Arrangement: Remote (Philippines)

What You'll Do:

• Prepare monthly management accounts for property portfolios, ensuring costs are accurately coded and presenting actual results against budgets and forecasts.
• Assist with month-end activities, including revenue recognition, accruals, and prepayments.
• Perform financial analysis, including analysis of capital and development spend.
• Reconcile bank accounts and merchant services/card accounts.
• Assist with the administration of annual budgets and forecasts.
• Support property finance activities, including monitoring utilities contracts, evaluating utility spend and consumption, and identifying discrepancies.
• Administer council tax and other property-related financial transactions.
• Prepare sales invoices and manage recharges across group companies.
• Provide support and cover for the Purchase Ledger function when required.
• Prepare and support VAT returns.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and supporting documentation.
• Work with the finance team to investigate and resolve discrepancies and ensure financial information is accurate and complete.

What You Need:

• 2+ years of general accounting experience, including experience working across different areas of finance or multiple ledgers.
• Experience assisting with management accounts preparation, including accruals and prepayments.
• Experience with bank reconciliations and financial transaction processing.
• Strong Excel skills and experience working with large volumes of data.
• Good attention to detail and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with UK accounting practices and VAT is preferred.
• Experience in property accounting, property management, real estate, or a related industry is an advantage.
• Confident using technology and comfortable learning new accounting and financial systems.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet reporting deadlines in a remote environment.

Technical Requirements

• Fiber internet (PLDT Fiber, Converge, Globe Fiber, etc.) - recommended speed of 100/50 Mbps
  
• Backup internet (mobile hotspot or secondary ISP) capable of at least 20 Mbps
• Quiet, conducive home workspace
• OPTIONAL: Wired Ethernet connection preferred during work hours
• OPTIONAL: Power backup (UPS) if the location experiences frequent outages

Why Expedock

• HMO coverage and leave credits become available after three months of engagement.
• Supportive Remote Environment: Work from home alongside a collaborative team that values growth and mutual success.
• Structured Engagement & Training: Start strong with a structured engagement program and client-specific training designed to help you quickly master your assigned workflows.

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