Part Time Lettings Client Accountant and Client Support

Tlclondon; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading estate agency located in London is seeking a Part-Time Lettings Client Accountant and Client Support. This role requires at least 2 years of previous experience in Lettings Client Accounts. The successful candidate will maintain strong relationships with Landlords and Tenants while overseeing financial operations to ensure prompt payments and accurate record-keeping. The position offers a collaborative working culture and various staff benefits, including a remote working week. Competitive salary is dependent on skills and experience.

Benefits

Season Ticket Loan

Remote Week: Work from anywhere for one week each year

Mental health support access

Cycle To Work Scheme

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Tech Scheme: Buy new tech and spread the cost

Referral employee Scheme

Monthly birthday/work anniversary cake & bubbles

Not sick? Take a duvet day each year!

Qualifications

• At least 2 years previous experience in Lettings Client Accounts is essential.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Enthusiastic to contribute to a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Establish trust and maintain communication with Landlords and Tenants.
• Ensure rents are collected and payments are made on time.
• Respond promptly to queries and manage deposits.

Skills

Strong organizational and time-management skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Proficient in CRM systems

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Education

GCSEs or A-Levels in Mathematics or Accounting

Working towards a professional qualification (e.g., Propertymark, AAT)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Reapit knowledge

Job description

Part Time Lettings Client Accountant and Client Support

Job title: Part Time Lettings Client Accountant and Client Support (At least 2 years previous experience in Lettings Client Accounts is essential.)

Reporting to: Caterina (Head of Financial Compliance)

Salary: Dependent on skills and experience

Office Hours:

This role will be shared between two team members, each working 20 hours per week on a rotating basis.

• Morning: 09:00 – 13:00, Monday to Friday
• Afternoon: 13:00 – 17:00, Monday to Friday

Probationary Period: 6 months

Notice Period: One month after completion of the probationary period. After each continuous year of service the notice period on either side will increase by one week to a maximum of 12 weeks’ notice.

Purpose of the position

tlc Estate Agents, a leading estate agency based in Kensington and Chelsea, is looking for two proactive and organised individuals to join our Lettings Accounts team. You will collaborate closely with the Lettings and Property Management Team to ensure the department operates efficiently, remains well-organised, and delivers exceptional service. Building strong, lasting relationships with our Landlords and Tenants is at the heart of what we do. This department plays a pivotal role in the business, as getting the financials right is our top priority. When we demonstrate excellence in managing our Clients’ financials, we earn their trust in all aspects of our service, creating lifelong relationships.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build Strong Relationships: Establish trust and maintain excellent communication with Landlords and Tenants to foster lasting relationships.
• Daily Bank Reconciliation: Ensure rents are collected and Landlords, contractors, and third parties are paid on time.
• Tenants and Landlords arrears chasers: Ensure all arrears are chased in line with regulatory bodies guidelines.
• Payment Runs: Make sure all Landlords, Tenants and Contractors are paid in a timely manner.
• File Management: Maintain meticulous records, ensuring all files are audit-ready to meet Propertymark standards.
• Handle Queries and Processes: Respond promptly to queries, manage deposits with DPS, chase arrears, implement rent increases, and oversee Landlord floats, working closely with the Lettings and Property Management team.
• Non-Resident Landlord Scheme: Understanding of the scheme for data entry purposes and to ensure compliance.

Skills and Qualifications:

• GCSEs or A-Levels, particularly in Mathematics or Accounting, or equivalent.
• At least 2 years previous experience in Lettings Client Accounts is essential.
• Working towards or an interest in obtaining a professional qualification (e.g., Propertymark, AAT, ACCA, CIMA) is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and enthusiastic to contribute to a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex financial information clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Proficient in CRM systems and Microsoft Office Suite. Reapit knowledge is highly desirable.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

On the job qualifications we support in the role:

• Any other relevant industry qualifications you might like to learn more about such as company secretarial, health and safety, and legal etc...
• Advanced Microsoft office courses
• Anything else you believe will improve you and your career with us.

Holiday (Pro-Rata):

• Year 1: 23 days
• Year 2: 25 days
• Year 3: 26 days
• Year 4: 27 days
• Year 5 onwards: 28 days
• All usual bank and public holidays in addition.

Staff Benefits (Allocated on a pro rata basis where applicable and subject to completion of probation):

• Season Ticket Loan (Subject to availability that quarter)
• Remote Week: Work from anywhere in the world for one week each year
• Mental health – access to professional conversations (up to £500 per year)
• Cycle To Work Scheme
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme with Tusker
• Tech Scheme: Buy new tech and spread the cost through your salary.
• Referral employee Scheme
• Summer Celebration – full day out of office
• Sports Day – afternoon out of the office
• Christmas Party
• Monthly birthday/work anniversary cake & bubbles
• Not sick? – take your very own duvet day each year!

Team Activities:

• Social Committee – meets once per month
• Book Club
• Sports Day
• Christmas Party
• Book Exchange Library
• Tickets to min 2 x outdoor tlc cinema events for you and your family
• Tickets to tlc summer play for you and your family
• Tickets to tlc Autumn play for you and your family
• Access to a wealth of tlc garden parties over the summer season
• Volunteering opportunities
• Summer Celebration – full day out of office
• Monthly birthday/work anniversary cake & bubbles