Rent & Service Charge Accountant

About [Employer hidden]

[Employer hidden] is a leading social housing provider based in Redhill, Surrey with over 6,000 homes. We are committed to investing in our homes and communities. Our culture: Put Customers First, Always Be Curious, Make It Happen.

The Role

As our Rent and Service Charge Accountant, you will ensure the organisation meets its regulatory obligations by delivering accurate, compliant rent and service charge setting every year. You will lead the financial calculations behind rent changes, oversee service charge estimates and reconciliations, and ensure new developments are aligned with the Rent Standard and legislation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the annual review of rent setting and service charges in line with sector standards
• Recommend annual changes to the rent and service charges made
• Lead on the financial calculation and production of annual rent changes
• Lead on the setting of rents for new developments
• Lead on Raven's rent convergence project
• Lead in producing the annual fixed and variable service charge estimates for rented properties
• Lead in the annual reconciliation of the actuals for the variable service charges and the calculation of the year-end adjustment for tenants and homeowners
• Lead in the production of the Annual Statistical Data Return

What You'll Bring

• CCAB qualified
• Practical knowledge of leading of Rent and Service Charge setting
• Experience working as part of a Finance Team
• Good understanding of the Section 20 Process
• Able to develop and maintain good relationships with external and internal contacts
• Ability to make informed decisions and give clear advice
• Ability to communicate financial and procurement data to non-financial users
• Well organised with effective time management, project management skills and able to manage priorities
• Social housing experience is essential

What Raven Offers

• Competitive salaries
• Fantastic work/life balance with flexible working and generous leave entitlement
• Strong focus on learning and development
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
• Funded health cash plan
• Extensive wellbeing support
• Voucher-based recognition scheme
• Retail discounts

How to Apply

Vacancy close date: 12th May 2026. Interviews anticipated week commencing 19th May. Process includes competency-based interview, psychometric assessment, and a short presentation. DBS clearance required. For accommodations, contact [contact hidden] or [contact hidden]. Apply via the 'Apply Now' button on the page or through [Employer hidden]'s careers portal.