Client Accountant
8 days ago
Birmingham
Client Accountant. Hybrid working. Permanent role. Full-time. £35,000. Birmingham city centre Your new company A leading property services organisation is seeking a Client Accountant to join its established accounting team. Working across both rural and residential portfolios, this role offers excellent variety, hybrid working, and long‑term career development within a respected national business. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who enjoys client interaction, managing their own workload, and being part of a collaborative finance team. Your new role Reporting into the Head of Client Accounting, you will take responsibility for delivering accurate and compliant financial services to a portfolio of clients. You will support internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring high standards of service and smooth financial operations. Key Responsibilities • Maintain financial records for a range of clients including sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and charities., • Assist in preparing cashflows, budgets, rent rolls, and client reporting., • Process VAT returns, including land and property considerations., • Prepare year‑end financial accounts using data from internal systems., • Support the onboarding of new clients and ensure reporting requirements are met., • Ensure compliance with client money regulations and relevant industry standards., • Work closely with surveyors, clients, and external accountants to resolve queries and provide financial information., • Assist with contract farming accounts and charity reporting requirements., • Support Companies House submissions including Confirmation Statements., • Manage client records, ownership updates, bank mandate changes, and general administration., • Provide ad hoc reporting and problem‑solving support where needed., • Help streamline accounting processes, workflows, and documentation., • Training on software and systems will be provided.What you'll need to succeed, • Experience in an accounting or finance role (property experience helpful but not essential)., • Strong numerical skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail., • Confident user of MS Office, especially Excel; familiarity with accounting systems advantageous., • Clear communication skills and the ability to explain financial information to non‑finance colleagues., • Ability to prioritise workloads, meet deadlines, and work independently as well as part of a team., • Problem‑solving mindset and willingness to take ownership.What you'll get in return, • £35,000 salary, • Hybrid working (2–3 office days per week), • 25 days annual leave + 8 days bank holiday, • Birmingham city centre location, • Supportive and friendly team environment, • Career progression and development opportunitiesWhat you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4771349