Client Accountant

<p>Our client, a leading global Professional Services firm with a growing Fund Services / Fiduciary arm, is looking for a talented Client Accountant with proven experience in client accounting or accounts preparation and ideally knowledge in Real Estate, Private Wealth, Corporate or Debt Capital Market accounting, to join its expanding Accounting Services team in London, where you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting operations for a diverse portfolio of clients.</p> <p><strong>Role &amp; Responsibilities: </strong></p> <ol> <li>Managing the day-to-day integrity of client ledgers and reviewing bookkeeper input.</li><li>Preparing routine month-end and quarter-end management accounts for a portfolio of clients.</li><li>Preparing annual financial statements.</li><li>Preparing VAT returns and supporting workings.</li><li>Acting as the central point of contact for external auditors.</li><li>Preparing and reviewing audit support schedules and documentation.</li><li>Tracking and monitoring the preparation of financial information.</li><li>Developing strong relationships with clients and internal teams.</li><li>Identifying opportunities for process improvement and service line development.</li><li>Ensuring all work is completed in line with relevant policies, procedures, and controls.</li></ol> <p><strong>Experience: </strong></p> <ol> <li>We are seeking an individual studying towards an accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, or equivalent), ideally with a few years’ experience, strong numeracy and analytical skills, and a proactive attitude.</li><li>Experience in client accounting or accounts preparation is preferred.</li><li>Knowledge of Real Estate, Private Wealth, Corporate, or Debt Capital Markets accounting environments is desirable but not essential.</li><li>Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required, along with excellent communication and time-management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.</li><li>The successful candidate will proactively take on additional responsibilities as required and support junior team members when necessary.</li></ol> <p>This is a great opportunity to join a growing team and wider Legal and Financial Services firm in this brand new role, where you will have real scope to ‘put your stamp’ in this role and have influence in the wider organisation. Candidates will be based in London, with occasional travel required, and a flexible hybrid working arrangement. Apply now to progress your career in this exciting and evolving role!</p> <p>Please note that due to the high volume of applicants responding to our adverts we are regrettably not able to feedback on all applications; only successful candidates will be contacted. </p>