Property Finance Manager

About the Business A large, well-established services business based in Birmingham city centre is seeking a Client Accountant to join its finance team. This super flexible role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client accounting across a complex portfolio within a commercial, fast-paced environment. Main Duties: As a Client Accountant, your main duties include: * Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of accounts, journals, and reporting * Manage the monthly close timetable, ensuring all deliverables are completed accurately and on time * Lead IFRS 16 lease accounting across a complex, multi-entity property portfolio * Prepare, review, and sign off month-end journals and reports prior to submission * Support budgeting, forecasting, and wider financial planning activities * Oversee VAT reporting and compliance, including Non-Resident Landlord obligations * Support the implementation and ongoing operation of financial controls and SOC reporting * Review and approve monthly governance packs in collaboration with senior stakeholders * Drive automation and continuous improvement to improve efficiency and data quality * Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and stakeholder requirements * Contribute to the development of people, processes, systems, and reporting frameworks * Provide support on ad-hoc finance, audit, and reporting requirements as needed Location / Office / Culture The role is based in modern offices in Birmingham city centre, offering a hybrid working arrangement of just two days in the office. The business promotes a supportive, professional culture where quality, accountability, and continuous improvement are valued. Teams work closely across finance and the wider organisation, creating an environment that encourages knowledge-sharing, development, and long-term career progression. What We Are Looking For The ideal candidate will have: * Qualified accountant (ACA / ACCA / CIMA) * Experience or strong working knowledge of IFRS 16 is a bonus * Confident communicator able to work with a range of stakeholders * Solid understanding of property accounting fundamentals * Experience managing a small team is an added bonus * Advanced Excel skills, including pivot tables and complex formulae Why Join the business * Flexible and hybrid working * Exposure to a complex, high-value property portfolio * Opportunity to progress within a large, well-established organisation * Modern Birmingham city centre office with excellent transport links About Us We are a local accountancy recruitment specialist. We appreciate that roles are often online for a long period of time. If you want to check if this role is still live or just want more details before applying, call us directly. Ref: VL64468