Accounts Assistant | 12 months FTC

Global · United Kingdom · full time · On site · 3 days ago

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Posted October 12, 2026 · Read from Global
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About The Role

We are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join our Residential Lettings Accounts team on a 12 month fixed term contract. Based at Knight Frank's London Head Office, you'll support the day to day running of the accounts function, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and providing support to our offices, landlords, tenants and suppliers.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts or finance experience who enjoys working as part of a busy team in a fast paced

environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Posting tenant and landlord receipts

• Carrying out daily bank reconciliations

• Preparing banking spreadsheets and processing banking receipts

• Processing supplier invoices and payments

• Processing other agent fee invoices and payments

• Preparing daily payment runs

• Assisting with income and expenditure reports

• Banking cheques and maintaining accurate records

• Responding to queries from clients, tenants and offices

• Supporting the team with general administration and ad hoc duties

About You

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance or bookkeeping role

• Experience within residential lettings or property would be beneficial

• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• Confident dealing with queries and resolving issues professionally

• Able to manage your workload and work to deadlines

• A team player with a positive and approachable attitude

• Competent using Microsoft Excel

• ARLA qualification would be advantageous but is not essential

Competitive salary

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.

Who are we

Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.

At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.

A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.

In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart here.

Employer
Global
Location
United Kingdom · On site
Contract
full time