Entry Level/Junior Client Accounts Assistant

Overview

Entry-level finance role handling receipts, reconciliations, and tenant accounts in property management.

Key Responsibilities

• data reporting
• payment posting
• bank uploads
• bank reconcile
• bookkeeping
• tenant records

Tasks

-Provide reconciled receipt data for month-end and year-end reporting requirements -Post tenant rental payments, service charges and receipts into property management systems with accuracy -Process service charge receipts and coordinate with accounting teams for reconciliation -Support client payover preparation and enter manual payments onto banking systems -Upload bank statements using cash management modules within TRAMPS -Conduct bank reconciliations, matching receipts to tenant accounts and resolving discrepancies -Assist with general bookkeeping tasks, invoice entry and ad hoc finance support as needed -Maintain tenant account records, ensuring correct payment allocation and liaising with property managers

Requirements

• bookkeeping
• excel
• tramps
• problem solving
• communication
• data entry

What You Bring

A well-established property management company is seeking a Bookkeeper to join their finance team at their Old Street headquarters. This entry-level position offers an accessible route into property finance for candidates from accounts assistant or bookkeeping backgrounds, with no prior real estate experience required. The role provides hands-on experience across receipt processing, bank reconciliations, and tenant account management within a supportive team environment. -Ability to manage high-volume, repetitive posting tasks accurately whilst meeting deadlines -Previous bookkeeping or accounts assistant experience (property management sector beneficial but not essential) -Methodical and organised approach to financial record-keeping -Strong numerical and data entry capabilities with exceptional attention to detail -Professional communication skills for liaising with internal teams and tenants -Proactive problem-solving skills, particularly for payment mismatches or unidentified receipts -Experience with property management software (TRAMPS, Yardi, MRI, Qube, Horizon) desirable but training provided -Intermediate Excel skills including basic formulas and reconciliation functions

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Benefits

This position offers genuine career development for someone early in their finance journey. You'll gain comprehensive exposure to property management accounting systems whilst working alongside experienced property accountants who can provide mentorship and guidance. The company demonstrates commitment to employee wellbeing through their flexible working policy post-probation, extended Christmas closure period, and substantial benefits package that includes everything from interest-free travel loans to sabbatical opportunities after 10 years' service. The role provides stability and structure whilst allowing you to develop specialist property finance knowledge that's highly transferable across the real estate sector. -Enhanced maternity pay (3 months full pay after 1 year's service) and 2 weeks' full paternity pay -Entry-level opportunity requiring minimal experience with comprehensive on-the-job training -Eyecare vouchers for free eye tests and contribution towards VDU glasses -Extensive benefits package including 25 days holiday, interest-free loans, tech and cycle schemes, and private healthcare access -25 days annual leave plus all bank holidays, with automatic Christmas and New Year closure period -Group life assurance scheme for all employees -Sabbatical opportunity (up to 6 months unpaid) after 10 years' service -Tech and cycle to work schemes allowing tax-efficient purchases with 12-month repayment -Hybrid working arrangement (4 days office, 1 day home) available after probation period -Interest-free travel loans repayable over 12 months, plus hardship loans after 1 year's service -Benenden Health package including 24/7 GP helpline, mental health support, and private medical diagnostics -Employee perks and discounts across major retailers including Nike, John Lewis, Spotify and Odeon

About Deverellsmith

-From its London roots, it has grown into a global force, extending its reach across the UK, Europe, the US and the Middle East. -The company expanded its offering with the acquisition of flexible working platform Daisy Chain, integrating technology into recruitment. -It operates both its core recruitment arm and Hintel—an outsourced talent consultancy focused on the property sector. -Known for high‑profile placements, it works with small agencies up to major developers, estate agents, lenders and operators. -Specialisms range across residential, commercial, development, investment, land & planning, debt & equity, mortgages and more. -It delivers data‑driven recruitment strategies, including salary guides and market reports, tailored to Build‑to‑Rent and other sectors. -Growth highlights include launching a national UK estate agency service and opening a Middle East office under the Hintel brand.

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