Junior Analyst / AP Specialist
We're excited to announce our partnership with a leading international real estate investment platform in London who are currently looking for a talented Junior Analyst/AP Specialist to join their dynamic team. The client specialises in urban and infill industrial and logistics properties in the UK, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Our client is a leading full-service development management and investment business with a proven track record in the real estate, industrial, and logistics sectors. With approximately €3.5 billion in assets under management, they are a trusted name in the industry. They are seeking a French-speaking Accounts Payable Specialist/Junior Analyst to join their Finance and Operations team.
Remuneration:
£35,000 - £45,000 + Benefits + Profit Linked Bonus
The Role:
This role offers a unique opportunity to manage the accounts payable function of the client's new Property Management division, with the potential to take on additional commercial finance tasks. Responsibilities include overseeing third-party administrators, processing invoices, ensuring timely payments, reconciling accounts, and maintaining accurate financial records. The ideal candidate should have experience in property management accounting, be detail-oriented, and possess strong organizational and communication skills. This role is not just about fulfilling responsibilities but also about personal and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assisting Property Managers with raising, reviewing, and processing invoices for rent, utilities, maintenance, and other property-related expenses.
- Ensuring accurate coding of invoices to the appropriate property, GL account, and department while matching them to purchase orders and contracts.
- Overseeing third-party administrators in preparing and processing electronic payment transfers, ensuring timely execution.
- Scheduling and prioritising payments based on cash flow and due dates, and maintaining accurate tenant payment records.
- Supporting Property Managers in reconciling accounts payable transactions and statements, ensuring all payments are correctly posted.
- Ensuring compliance with internal policies, procedures, and relevant regulatory requirements while preparing accounts payable reports.
- Maintaining positive tenant relationships by addressing inquiries, resolving payment issues, and assisting in the negotiation of favourable payment terms.
- Experience with property management accounting software (Yardi is highly desirable).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in Excel and PowerPoint.
- Proficiency in French is essential.
- 1-3 years of experience in accounts payable.
- Hard-working with the ability to work in an entrepreneurial, collaborative environment.
- A background in real estate is preferred.
- A full-time role based in London (Hybrid working)
For further information on this opportunity please click the apply link or contact +44 (0)20 3854 3873 or m.bentil@falmouthfairfax.com