Accountant (Property sector with Xero)

Morgan McKinley is looking for an experienced Accountant to work for a growing property company based in Guildford, Surrey area. The Accountant role will be office based, working full time or 4 days a week. This varied role involves day-to-day finance and accounting, supporting the development of financial processes, budgets, service charges, VAT, and more.
Hours: Full time office based or 4 days a week - part time will be considered
Salary: £45-48K
Accountant duties:
* Oversee financial operations, including bookkeeping, management accounting, and reporting
* Prepare quarterly management accounts, cash flow forecasts, balance sheet and variance analysis
* Bank reconciliations and control account reconciliations
* Cash flow monitoring and forecasting
* Rent & Service Charge Accounting
* Preparation and submission of VAT returns
* Raising and processing of invoices and payments
* Assisting with year-end accounts and audit processes
Skills and experience:
* Experience of working within SME / start up type businesses as an Accountant, ideally have property experience
* Good IT skills such as Excel and experience of Xero is essential
* Excellent communication skills both verbally and written