Accountant - Armstrong Knight : Job Details

We are partnering with a fast-growing property and student accommodation business to recruit an experienced Accountant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to play a pivotal role in a dynamic environment, where financial operations, strategic input, and stakeholder collaboration are at the heart of the role.

The Accountant will manage the financial performance of a student housing portfolio, supporting both operational and strategic decision-making. This is a hybrid role combining core finance responsibilities with business partnering and process improvement.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports (P&L, balance sheet, variance analysis)

• Analyse financial data to identify trends, opportunities, and risks

• Assist with annual budgeting and forecasting across the student housing portfolio

Compliance & Audit

• Ensure full compliance with financial regulations and tax requirements

• Support internal and external audits, providing all required documentation

Operational Support

• Collaborate with operational and property teams to monitor cash flow and financial KPIs

• Provide financial advice and commentary to senior leadership and stakeholders

• Support the rollout and use of property/finance software to improve reporting efficiency

• Recommend and implement improvements in internal controls and reporting processes

• Qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or QBE) with 5+ years' management accounts experience

• Ideally experienced within real estate, property, or PBSA (Purpose-Built Student Accommodation)

• Strong understanding of financial operations and stakeholder reporting

• Proficient with finance systems (Xero, QuickBooks, or property platforms) and Excel

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Clear communicator with the ability to work cross-functionally

• Role requires occasional travel between two London locations

• Flexible working hours considered depending on business needs