Senior Finance Administrator (Fixed Term)

Overview

We’re looking for a Senior Finance Administrator on a fixed term basis for between 3-6 months to join our Property Management Team, based out of our Gloucester office. The main purpose of this role is to improve client records ensuring they are complete and accurate in preparation for transitioning to a new client management system.

The role requires someone with exceptional administration skills who is at ease talking to clients, third party suppliers and people at all levels within our organisation.  They must be able to demonstrate an understanding of commercial property management.  Knowledge of property management accounting is preferable. The ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgement is essential.

Qualifications

• Good standard of education including GCSE in English and Maths at grade C or above, or equivalent.
• Experience of dealing financial processes/administration
• Experience of using financial and administrative systems
• Self-motivated with good interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with both colleagues and clients
• The ability to work in an organised and methodical fashion, with a high level of attention to detail
• Able to demonstrate analytical skills and problem solving
• The ability to manage time effectively and prioritise tasks to ensure that deadlines are met
• Reliable and committed
• Willingness to take on tasks and resolve issues
• Assertive, persuasive with a high energy level

Responsibilities

• Maintenance of client, tenant and creditor records
• Reconciliation of client accounts
• Service charge billing
• Liaising with accounts payable teams for utility suppliers, insurance brokers and maintenance contractors
• Bank reconciliations
• Ensuring lease records and rent reviews are up to date and completed on time
• Ensuring compliance with relevant landlord and tenancy legislation and regulations
• Anti-money laundering checks for clients
• Ad-hoc duties as required to support the Property Management team accountant

Why join Bruton Knowles

Bruton Knowles Limited is an independently owned national property consultancy with 14 hubs across the UK. Our large multi-disciplinary team is highly experienced in sales and purchase, valuation, leasing and strategy across urban and rural property sectors with specialist expertise in the areas of commercial, transport, utilities and public sector.

Here at Bruton Knowle we are proud of our:

• Established Reputation – you will join a highly regarded independent consultancy known for delivering best-in-class valuation advice.
• Strong Client Portfolio - Inherit and build upon relationships with lenders, investors, developers, and private clients.
• Professional Growth - Work closely with senior stakeholders and gain exposure to major valuation projects across the UK.
• Collaborative Culture - Be part of a multidisciplinary office where cross-referrals and team collaboration are actively encouraged.

What’s on offer

• 23 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Financial Security. Competitive rates for private healthcare, income protection, and life cover.
• Pension and Retirement Support. Contributions through the Royal London Pension Scheme.
• Wellbeing Support. Comprehensive Medicash plans, virtual GP services, Health and Wellbeing apps, discounted gym memberships, and confidential counselling.
• Discount and Saving App. Receive discounts on recreational activities, dining, electrical products and much more.
• Professional and Personal Development. Access to development programmes through our online training portal, academic courses, and paid professional body subscriptions.
• Charity Events. Opportunities to get involved with charity events.

At Bruton Knowles we are an inclusive employer that values diversity in its workforce. We encourage applications from all individuals without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age.

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Please note, we are unable to provide employment sponsorship to candidates.