ABOUT US:

Viridis Real Estate is a property company acquiring and managing prime real estate assets to generate secure income streams and long-term capital growth. Viridis Real Estate invests in real estate projects whose value can be increased considerably through major redevelopment initiatives, in established locations, such as London, and along with emerging European cities in Austria, Germany, Portugal and Spain.

OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a meticulous and proactive Accounts Assistant to support the finance function across our diverse real estate portfolio, spanning student accommodation and commercial property. This role combines both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable duties, offering broad exposure to property finance and day-to-day transactional processes.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role with exposure to multi-entity and multi-currencyoperations
• Excellent reconciliation skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Sage,
• Knowledge of UK VAT compliance
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage cross-functional relationship

Accounts Payable & Receivable:

• End-to-end processing of supplier and customer invoices, including PO matching, coding, and batching in multi-currency environments
• Manage and reconcile aged creditors and debtors reports, ensuring prompt resolution of discrepancies
• Prepare and execute payment runs and maintain staff expense compliance
• Oversee credit control and ensure timely allocation of client receipts
• Oversee software generating sales invoices and maintain full ledger accuracy across both AR and AP cycles

Cash & Bank Management:

• Maintain and reconcile cash books and bank accounts for multiple entities across six countries
• Handle intercompany transfers, journal postings, and associated balance reconciliations
• Assist in future cash management initiatives aimed at enhancing team and system efficiency
• Reconcile corporate credit card and petty cash expenses

Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations, including Deferred Income, Suspense, and Intercompany accounts
• Supervise two AP assistants, providing guidance and ensuring process accuracy
• Prepare financial submissions for group reporting, including debtor/creditor summaries and balance classifications
• Respond to ad hoc analysis requests

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role with exposure to multi-entity and multi-currencyoperations
• Excellent reconciliation skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Sage,
• Knowledge of UK VAT compliance
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage cross-functional relationships