Job Role – Property Accountant Salary – £60,000 – £70,000 DOE Location – Birmingham Job Type – Permanent About the Role
Our client is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Finance Manager/Senior Accountant to oversee financial operations across a group of associated companies. This role is ideal for a qualified accountant with strong technical expertise, experience working within group structures and the ability to support senior management with strategic financial insights. You will play a key role in financial reporting, tax planning, system management and the supervision of accounting processes while working closely with external advisors and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Financial Reporting & Accounts
- Prepare and present year-end management accounts and statutory financial statements for multiple group companies
- Review P&L accounts and Balance Sheets with Directors
- Provide finalised financial statements and supporting documentation to external chartered accountants for submission to HMRC and Companies House
- Conduct sales and income analysis, including parking revenue analysis
- Manage intercompany reconciliations across balance sheet nominal codes
- Prepare and submit VAT returns for all VAT-registered companies
- Conduct annual capital allowances reviews
- Prepare property purchase cost sheets and cash reconciliations with solicitors
- Manage VAT property options where applicable
Tax & Compliance
- Support corporation tax planning activities
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial and regulatory requirements
- Manage ICO registrations and periodic reviews
Finance Operations
- Oversee and supervise the sales ledger, purchase ledger and nominal ledger functions
- Manage company payment card expense recharges
- Provide financial advice and recommendations to management
Systems & Payroll
- Manage accounting systems including staff access and company setups
- Maintain nominal code structures across group entities
- Oversee payroll processes including PAYE and pension submissions
Stakeholder & Team Management
- Liaise with solicitors on property purchases
- Work with external accountants and consultants on financial and regulatory matters
- Provide training and guidance to accounts staff
Skills & Experience
- Professional qualification such as CIMA, ACCA, or ACA (preferred)
- Ideally 5+ years of accounting or finance experience
- Strong knowledge of financial reporting, tax and compliance within the UK
- Experience working within group company structures with subsidiaries or associated companies
- Experience within the property industry is highly desirable
- Strong analytical, organisational and leadership skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Opportunity to work within a dynamic and growing business environment
- A role with significant responsibility and influence on financial strategy
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