Property Finance Manager

Birmingham

3 weeks ago

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About the Business
A large, well-established services business based in Birmingham city centre is seeking a Client Accountant to join its finance team. This super flexible role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client accounting across a complex portfolio within a commercial, fast-paced environment.
Main Duties:
As a Client Accountant, your main duties include:

Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of accounts, journals, and reporting
Manage the monthly close timetable, ensuring all deliverables are completed accurately and on time
Lead IFRS 16 lease accounting across a complex, multi-entity property portfolio
Prepare, review, and sign off month-end journals and reports prior to submission
Support budgeting, forecasting, and wider financial planning activities
Oversee VAT reporting and compliance, including Non-Resident Landlord obligations
Support the implementation and ongoing operation of financial controls and SOC reporting
Review and approve monthly governance packs in collaboration with senior stakeholders
Drive automation and continuous improvement to improve efficiency and data quality
Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and stakeholder requirements
Contribute to the development of people, processes, systems, and reporting frameworks
Provide support on ad-hoc finance, audit, and reporting requirements as needed
Location / Office / Culture
The role is based in modern offices in Birmingham city centre, offering a hybrid working arrangement of just two days in the office. The business promotes a supportive, professional culture where quality, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued. Teams work closely across finance and the wider organisation, creating an environment that encourages knowledge-sharing, development, and long-term career progression.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA)
Experience or strong working knowledge of IFRS 16 is a bonus
Confident communicator able to work with a range of stakeholders
Solid understanding of property accounting fundamentals
Experience managing a small team is an added bonus
Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulae
Why Join the business
Flexible and hybrid working
Exposure to a complex, high-value property portfolio
Opportunity to progress within a large, well-established organisation
Modern Birmingham city centre office with excellent transport links
About Us
We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly.
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