Client Accountant

Job Title

Client Accountant

Job Description Summary

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Property Accountant to join our team in Ireland. This role is responsible for delivering accurate financial reporting and maintaining strong accounting controls across a portfolio of properties. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting client reporting, financial analysis, and audit processes while working closely with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare client reporting on a monthly, quarterly, annual, and ad hoc basis across various asset types
• Produce monthly Trial Balance (TB) reporting packs, including preparation and posting of journal entries
• Prepare quarterly and year-end management company accounts and liaise with auditors
• Perform bank reconciliations
• Liaise with clients, tenants, property managers, and internal accounts teams as required
• Support external auditors with service charge audits and complete audit schedules
• Maintain accurate and well organised financial records and documentation
• Prepare monthly and quarterly client reports, including Budget vs Actual analysis
• Manage remittance of rent to property owners while ensuring strong internal controls
• Maintain and update service charge year end and budget apportionments
• Set up new properties in the system, including tenant and lease details
• Prepare and submit VAT returnsPerform sinking fund reconciliations
• Ensure a strong understanding and adherence to Property Management Accounts internal controls
• Carry out additional duties as required

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in a similar role, ideally within the property sector
• Previous experience in residential or commercial property accounting is desirable
• A third-level qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline is preferred

Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of property management systems (e.g., Yardi, Blockman) is an advantage
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and demonstrate initiative
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective working relationships
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills