Leasehold Finance Officer Full Time Temporary

Leasehold Finance Officer needed in Hackney £17.21 ph PAYE – Reference:448942

This role will involve:

• In collaboration with Leasehold Finance Colleagues calculate annual and major works service charges to produce estimated, interim and actual invoices which are accurate, reasonable, and in accordance with legislation and local procedures and policies.
• To collate all financial records pertaining to communal and structural expenditure in relation to property service charges and major works, and be responsible for the high level of accuracy and maintenance of financial information provided for the calculation of service charges and major works
• To carry out necessary accountancy functions for the production of service charges, major works, reserve fund, ground rent and shared ownership rent.
• To calculate and issue Section 20B notice to protect the financial position of the landlord.
• To maintain and update electronic and manual records, including supporting documentation, in relation of annual and major works properties.
• To provide clear and timely reports for investigations, as and when required, to leaseholders and/or representatives.
• To record and report any errors or inaccuracies within the accounting processes and financial recording systems, and to implement any appropriate improvements to ensure an efficient service

Ideally candidates will have:

• An understanding of S20 consultation processes
• Good analytical skills to be able to review, interpret and present financial and statistical data
• Excellent IT skills, proficient in Microsoft packages, especially Excel and Access
• Experience of working in a financial environment carrying out a range of financial administrative functions
• Knowledge of accountancy principles and internal controls relating to income and expenditure accounts

This is a full time role on a temporary contract basis.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to katie@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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