The Crown Estate
Manages UK land, urban property, seabed and Windsor Estate on behalf of the nation.
2 days ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Part Time
London, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid
Company Size
860 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
service charges
income reconciliation
completion statements
tenant drawdowns
client reporting
regulatory reporting
The Client Accountant supports the financial management of client income and expenditure, assists in producing client reports, and ensures accurate financial record‑keeping. This role is vital to maintaining the integrity of client accounts and facilitating effective communication within the accounting team.
In this position the accountant oversees client finances, including income and expenditure management, regular and ad‑hoc reporting, and collaboration with the wider accounting team to balance workload and resolve issues.
- Raise service charges and rental income, calculate turnover, and maintain rent deposit records.
- Manage other income streams such as insurance payments and interest on late fees, ensuring reconciliations.
- Prepare completion statements for property sales and lease terminations.
- Process tenant drawdowns and refunds as directed by surveyors.
- Coordinate with site staff to verify service charge expenditures and report any variances.
- Maintain accounting records for expenses recoverable from tenants.
- Assist with regular client reporting and provide ad‑hoc reports to surveyors and solicitors.
- Support statutory and regulatory reporting obligations to HMRC and RICS.
- Collaborate with the client accounting team to manage workload effectively and resolve issues.
Requirements
bookkeeping
gcse maths
ms office
communication
multitasking
attention to detail
The role requires a basic understanding of accounting or bookkeeping, a minimum of GCSE grade C or above in Maths and English, and strong computer literacy, particularly in MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. Candidates must demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, multitask, prioritize tasks effectively, and maintain high levels of organization and attention to detail to meet tight deadlines.
- Basic accounting or bookkeeping knowledge and experience.
- GCSE Maths and English at grade C or higher.
- Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and overall computer literacy.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to work under pressure, multitask, prioritize tasks, and meet tight deadlines.
- Organised with meticulous attention to detail.
Benefits
The Crown Estate offers a competitive salary package that includes a pension scheme, performance‑related bonus, flexible working arrangements, and market‑leading family policies. Additional benefits comprise West End shopping discounts, private healthcare, life and critical illness cover, and 28 days of annual leave with the option to purchase extra days, all supporting work‑life balance and employee wellbeing.
- Competitive salary with pension and performance‑related bonus.
- Flexible working arrangements and leading family policies.
- West End shopping discounts.
- Private healthcare, life and critical illness cover.
- 28 days annual leave plus the option to purchase additional days.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
£15.8 billion
Asset Base
The company manages a substantial financial portfolio worth £15.8 billion.
£742.6 million
Annual Revenue
Its annual revenue reached £742.6 million in 2023.
185,000 acres
Rural Holdings
The company owns and manages over 185,000 acres of farmland, forests, and minerals.
- Born from an Act of Parliament in 1760, it has evolved into a modern steward of land, property, and seabed across the UK.
- Its portfolio spans rural acres of farmland, forests, and minerals; iconic urban hubs like Regent Street and St James’s; and marine seabed rights.
- It develops and regenerates places—mixing science parks, housing, and leisure destinations—bringing new life to towns and cities.
- It is a power player in offshore wind and marine energy, managing seabed leasing and supporting floating windfarms.
- Its urban precincts—West End, regional retail, workplaces, and residences—combine heritage with modern development.
- Unique among landowners, it manages Windsor Great Park and the Windsor Estate, blending conservation with commercial use.
- A distinctive model: it operates commercially and returns all profit to the Treasury while working in the national interest.
Culture + Values
- Caring. We look after the world around us and each other. We treat people, places and the environment with care.
- Together. We work together and with others to deliver on our purpose. We focus on understanding the real needs of those around us.
- Creative. Creativity enables us to unlock new ideas and solve problems. We embrace original thinking and the best ideas.
- Impactful. Positive impact and financial performance go hand in hand. We align our actions with our purpose and make a difference.
Environment + Sustainability
15% Reduction
Energy Consumption
Achieved a 15% reduction in energy consumption in 2023/24 compared to the 2021/22 baseline.
11.8 GW
Offshore Wind Capacity
Operational offshore wind capacity is sufficient to power nearly 11 million homes.
300 km hedgerows
Afforestation Efforts
Planted 300 km of new hedgerows and 280 hectares of woodland as part of environmental restoration initiatives.
£20 million
Rural Environment Fund
Invested £20 million in environmental restoration and rural development programs.
- Supports carbon capture and storage via seabed leasing, aligned with UK government’s Sixth Carbon Budget, aiming for four active CO₂ storage sites by 2030.
- Seagrass, oyster, kelp, and native oyster restoration supported via Whole-of-Seabed and OWEC programmes.
- Net zero target aligns with UK’s 2050 goal; net zero update published in April 2025, featuring science-based emissions-reduction targets.
Inclusion & Diversity
- Representative Diversity & Inclusion group focused on eliminating systemic bias, race/ethnicity/culture, LGBT+, gender, and accessibility.
- Disability Confident Level 2 employer with guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates.
- Focus on increasing representation of Black and Asian communities and LGBT+ at senior leadership.
- Gender equality awareness and action on inequality, bias, identity.
- Accessibility partnerships with AccessAble, Purple and Business Disability Forum; developing accessibility guides for destinations.