Property Bookkeeper (Commercial Portfolio)

About the role

Our client, a growing commercial property management and asset management business, is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to manage the day‑to‑day financial administration of its commercial property portfolio in Guildford.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records across a portfolio of commercial properties.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Manage rental income and service charge accounts.
• Reconcile bank accounts, client accounts and supplier statements.
• Monitor rent collections and assist with arrears reporting.
• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims.
• Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments as required.
• Produce monthly management reports and financial summaries.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow management.
• Support year‑end accounting processes and liaise with external accountants.
• Respond to financial queries from tenants and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures and accounting standards.
• Use Re‑Leased to export data, create reports and manage the property portfolio efficiently.
• Perform general office manager duties as required.

Required profile

• Previous bookkeeping experience within property.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero.
• Experience using Re‑Leased property management system (preferable).
• Experience working on service charge accounts.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and highly organised.

Required skills

• Xero
• Re‑Leased
• Microsoft Excel

What we offer

• Salary range £35,000‑£50,000 depending on experience.
• Full‑time permanent role based onsite in Guildford.
• Flexible working hours.
• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious business.
• Collaborative and sociable working environment.
• Modern office facilities.