Senior Accountant, Real Estate – London

Role summary

​This is a position suitable for candidates preferably with more than 4 years’ experience from a directly related position in a similar quality organisation or from an audit background, ideally with some real estate experience. The ideal candidate will be a newly qualified CA(SA), have a strong academic background and be highly numerate with drive and enthusiasm, which is compatible with the organisation as a whole.

​As a key part of Altum’s first line of defence, ensuring you follow relevant policies and procedures and highlight any unusual or suspicious matters in your client portfolio.

Key responsibilities

Client reporting 

• Review/prepare all aspects of accounting and financial reporting for the allocated portfolio, including the preparation and review of monthly/quarterly management accounts, property and asset-level reporting, reconciliations, statutory financial statements (IFRS & FRS 102), bank reporting, and ad-hoc client queries
• Adhere to all reporting deadlines for monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
• Liaise with the auditors to complete routine audit queries
• Review periodic bank reconciliations and supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Maintain accurate records on Allvue/ Efront/ NavOne/Yardi and Caseware/Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of accounting
• Assist with resolving queries from tax advisors on accounting entries
• Review/prepare and submit VAT and CIS returns and liaise with HMRC as necessary
• Assist with the review and resolution of more complex accounting matters, escalating technical points to managers where appropriate.
• Act as a mentor to junior staff by reviewing their work and providing regular feedback to reduce rework in future cycles.
• Understanding that you are part of Altum’s ‘three lines of defence’ risk model and following policies and procedures relevant to your client portfolio as needed
• Highlighting any unusual, unexpected or suspicious activity on your client portfolio

Time Management

• Maintain and Monitor task list to ensure completion on a timely basis, under supervision of your superior;
• Effectively manage workload, complete daily work and allocated project work as needed; and
• Effectively communicate the status of workload to superiors as appropriate.
• Support the delegation of workstreams to junior accountants, and monitor progress and assist managers in removing blockers to ensure timely completion​

Financial

• ​Ensure accurate and timely recording of personal time in line with group procedures; and
• Ensure time records are up to date at all times.

General

• ​Maintain confidentiality and security in terms of client affairs and papers;
• Develop and maintain good staff relations generally within the team and wider Company;
• Ensure that all work is conducted in accordance with Company internal procedures;
• Monitor your own performance against personal and development targets; and
• Ensure compliance with the Company’s professional conduct, quality and ethical standards.
• Identify areas where further training is required and bring these to the attention of the Team’s management
• Consider regulatory issues at all times and report any concerns to management as appropriate

Skills & Experience

• ​Newly qualified ACCA, approaching completion of ACCA, or equivalent qualification
• Strong financial services experience (2-4 years)
• IT literate and confident when word processing, using Internet software, E-Mail, Database software and Excel Spreadsheets.
• Excellent attention to detail

This is an exciting opportunity to join a high performing global operational department within a vibrant company focused on growth and quality of service. You will have the chance to work on challenging and rewarding projects that will enhance your skills and knowledge. You will also enjoy a competitive salary and benefits package.