Service Charge Assistant Manager | Top 10 Firm | Stockport
Are you an experienced accounting professional with specialist knowledge in leasehold service charge accounts looking to take the next step in your career? Are you seeking an Assistant Manager role where you can lead junior team members, review high-volume portfolios, and benefit from a structured hybrid working setup?
About the Firm
This Top 10 Firm is a prominent accountancy and business advisory practice supporting a broad spectrum of clients across the UK. Their dedicated Service Charge team in Stockport works closely with managing agents to review, scrutinise, and certify approximately 1,800 sets of leasehold service charge accounts each year, offering a structured environment with clear pathways for ongoing professional development.
Responsibilities
As a Service Charge Assistant Manager you will:
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Review service charge accounts and year-end packs prepared by junior team members, including bank reconciliations, debtors, and creditors.
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Identify discrepancies, amendments, or missing documentation and liaise directly with managing agents to resolve queries.
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Ensure all accounts are fully accurate and prepared to standard prior to Senior Manager or Director sign-off.
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Mentor and support the technical development of Assistants and Seniors within the department.
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Assist with managing workflow, team capacity, and portfolio delivery across the team.
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Maintain regular, professional communication with client contacts throughout the reporting cycle.
What You’ll Receive
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Hybrid working model (3 days in office, 2 days working from home).
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Dedicated on-site parking for Assistant Manager level and above.
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1 day annual birthday leave in addition to standard entitlement.
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Full coverage of professional membership subscriptions.
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Reference
19822
Sector
Accounts & Outsourcing
Salary
Competitive
Town/City
Stockport
Contract
Permanent
Closing Date
09/09/2026
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