Client Accountant

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Trinity Estates · Hp27dn

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Competitive salary, aligned to experienceCompany car or car allowance for field-based roles24 days holiday plus bank holidaysPension schemeVitality private healthcarePerkbox membership with discounts across retail, travel and entertainmentFully funded training and professional development, including paid study leaveEmployee referral schemeAnnual salary reviewFree eye tests and Cycle to Work schemeLong service awardSupport for Army Reserve trainingABOUT TRINITY ESTATESTrinity Estates is a leading residential property management company and the flagship brand within the wider Trinity Property Group.Managing a diverse portfolio across the UK, the business supports developments ranging from modern city apartments to large-scale residential estates. Trinity Estates combines strong operational structure with a people-focused approach, delivering a consistent and professional service at scale.For employees, this means access to larger and more varied portfolios, clear processes, strong internal support and genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation.As part of a wider group, Trinity Estates offers both stability and career development, making it an ideal environment for those looking to build and progress their career in property management.HOW WE HIREInitial conversation with our talent teamInterview focused on your service charge and client accounting capability, accuracy under deadline, stakeholder communication and scenario-based problem solvingWe aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.IN

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CLIENT ACCOUNTANT Trinity Estates - £Competitive - Hybrid - Hemel Hempstead (2 days per week) ROLE OVERVIEW You will be the trusted finance partner for a defined portfolio within Trinity Estates, ensuring every penny of client and service charge income is accounted for accurately and transparently. As a key member of our property management operation, you will turn complex data into clear, timely accounts that give Property Managers, clients and residents confidence. Working in a supportive, hybrid team based from our Hemel Hempstead head office, you will bring steady professionalism, strong ownership and a service mindset. Your work will underpin great resident experiences and help our wider Odevo Group deliver consistently high standards across a diverse national portfolio. ROLE EXPECTATIONS Most days you will be preparing and reviewing service charge accounts, completing bank reconciliations, managing ledgers and journals, and answering queries from Property Managers, clients and suppliers. You will plan budgets and year-end packs to tight timelines, resolve variances quickly, and provide clear reporting that supports decision-making. You will balance focused solo work with proactive collaboration across Finance and Property Management. WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE Year-end service charge accounts delivered right first time and on schedule, with clean audit outcomes. Clear, timely communication that leaves stakeholders informed, reassured and confident in the numbers. Robust reconciliations and controls, with issues identified early and resolved before they become problems. Accurate budgets and forecasts that align to lease terms and support effective cost management. Actionable portfolio insights that improve cashflow, reduce arrears and drive continuous improvement. A calm, organised approach that keeps multiple deadlines moving without compromising quality. HOW YOU'LL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME Preparing, reviewing and finalising service charge accounts and year-end working papers. Completing monthly bank reconciliations, posting journals and maintaining clean ledgers. Building annual budgets and forecasts, including apportionments in line with lease terms. Producing client and internal reports, analysing variances and recommending corrective actions. Responding to accounting queries from Property Managers, clients, residents and suppliers. Liaising with auditors and Company Secretarial teams to support RMC/RTM year-end processes. WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR You are detail-driven, numerate and comfortable owning deadlines from start to finish. You communicate clearly, turn complex data into simple explanations and build trust quickly. You enjoy structured processes, but you also spot improvements and make them happen. You collaborate well with non-finance colleagues and stay calm when priorities shift. You take pride in accuracy, accountability and delivering a professional service. EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS Service charge or client accounting within residential property management. End-to-end year-end cycle exposure, including audits and statutory packs for client entities. Working knowledge of leases, apportionments and service charge best practice. Confident Excel skills (lookups, pivots) and familiarity with property management/finance systems. Experience partnering with operational teams to solve queries and improve processes.

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