Lettings Accounts Assistant

Overview

Welcome to Charters
, we're known for bringing local knowledge and strong values together, to put people first. As part of Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies, we're proud to have 10 offices and over 150 staff ready to assist our customers. With our team's extensive industry expertise and local knowledge, we're here to help people find, sell, and let their property.

Now, we're happy to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Lettings Accounts Assistant for 2 months in our Head Office office.

• Process incoming rental payments
• Allocate payments to correct accounts
• Chase and follow up on rent arrears
• Prepare and process landlord disbursements
• Pay contractors for maintenance and repair works
• Bank Reconciliation, Investigate and resolve discrepancies
• Ensure compliance with deposit protection schemes (e.g., TDS, DPS)
• Deal with queries regarding accounts and statements
• Generate financial reports for internal use
• Assist with monthly and year-end reporting

• Background in a finance related role
• Previous industry experience ideal, although not essential
• Basic accounting knowledge
• Proficiency in property management software beneficial (Fixflow, Reapit)
• Good Excel and general IT skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health.
• Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions.
• Our annual leave purchase scheme, where you can buy up to an extra 5 days of holiday.
• We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF.
• You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles.
• Celebrate your loyalty with special days and celebrations for length of service.
• We'll support your professional development by funding your professional qualifications, so you can reach your full potential and build your career.
• And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard, and then socialise even harder!

We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Charters, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives.

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!