Head of Finance (Service Charge) (Hiring Immediately)
Location: Debden, Essex
We're working with one of London’s leading privately-owned property developers, known for their high-quality residential, commercial, and mixed-use schemes across London and the Midlands.
They’re looking for a finance professional with strong service charge experience to lead the accounts function across their property management division. You'll manage a team and take ownership of rent and service charge accounting, compliance, and reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role and really shape how service charge finance is delivered in a growing business.
Oversee service charge and rent accounting across a varied portfolio
Take full responsibility for first-year service charge accounts on new/multi-phase developments
Build annual budgets, manage reconciliations, and produce monthly financial reports
Ensure full compliance with UK GAAP, VAT, and tax regulations
Develop internal controls and improve finance processes
Support and develop your team
Be the go-to Excel expert for templates, models, and reporting tools
Competitive salary + regular reviews
~24 days holiday + bank holidays
~ Private medical, life assurance, and critical illness cover
~ Company pension with matching contributions
~ Gym and retail discounts, Cycle to Work scheme
~ Paid volunteering days and wellbeing support
~ Study support for qualifications
Strong finance background with some leadership experience
Deep understanding of service charge accounting and block management
Advanced Excel skills (XLOOKUP, PivotTables, etc.)
Confidence interpreting financial statements and explaining them clearly
Property finance experience, ideally within residential leasehold
Professional qualification (ACCA, CIMA, ACA)
Familiarity with Bluebox or similar property finance systems Apply
