Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

Part-time Property Bookkeeper

The organisation

Cobalt is working with a commercial property organisation seeking a Part-time Property Bookkeeper to support its day-to-day finance requirements across a portfolio of commercial properties.

This is an opportunity for an experienced property finance professional looking for a flexible, part-time position with the scope to take ownership of key bookkeeping processes. The role offers a remote working pattern with a connection to London and is available on a two-day-per-week basis for a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The role and responsibilities

The Part-time Property Bookkeeper will take responsibility for core bookkeeping and property finance activities across multiple entities, while working with external accountants where required.

Key responsibilities will include:

* Preparing and issuing rent demands and overseeing rent collection across the commercial property portfolio.

* Monitoring tenant arrears, producing regular arrears reports and following up on outstanding balances.

* Managing the purchase ledger, including processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate records.

* Preparing and coordinating supplier payment runs.

* Completing regular bank reconciliations across multiple entities.

* Supporting VAT preparation, reporting and associated bookkeeping requirements.

* Maintaining accurate financial records within QuickBooks Online and liaising with external accountants as required.

The skills and requirements

The successful Part-time Property Bookkeeper will bring a working knowledge of bookkeeping or accounting within commercial property. An understanding of the financial processes associated with rent demands, arrears and service charges will be important.

You will also need:

* A strong working knowledge of purchase ledger processes, bank reconciliations, supplier payment runs and VAT.

* A working knowledge of QuickBooks Online.

* The ability to work independently and take ownership of day-to-day finance activities across multiple entities.

* An understanding of commercial property finance processes, including rent demands, arrears and service charges.

If you are looking for a flexible Part-time Property Bookkeeper opportunity where you can take ownership of day-to-day property finance processes, we would be pleased to hear from you.

Interviews are expected to take place promptly, so apply now to be considered for this 12-month opportunity.

Due to the volume of applications received, if you don't hear back from us, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

If you require any adjustments or additional support during the recruitment process for any reason whatsoever, please let your Cobalt consultant know.

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