Client Accountant

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A finance recruitment agency in Bradford is seeking an experienced Client Accountant. You will manage a portfolio of client accounts, prepare precise financial reports, and ensure accurate financial data. The ideal candidate has relevant client accounting experience, strong financial and technical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This role requires proactivity and adaptability in a fast-paced environment, with an emphasis on teamwork and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar client accounting role.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive, professional, and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage an allocated portfolio of client accounts.
• Prepare financial reports in line with SLAs and KPIs.
• Ensure accurate reconciliation of income and expenditure.
• Act as a key point of contact for client queries.

Skills

Client accounting experience

Financial reporting skills

Strong Excel skills

Analytical ability

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

Part Qualified ACCA or QBE

Job description

Recruitment Solutions (NW) Limited have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Client Accountant to join our clients’ supportive finance team. You’ll take ownership of a portfolio of client accounts and play a key role in delivering accurate financial reporting and high-quality service.

What you’ll be doing

• Managing an allocated portfolio of client accounts
• Preparing standard and client specific financial reports in line with SLAs and KPIs
• Ensuring accurate reconciliation of income and expenditure
• Acting as a key point of contact for client queries and providing informed advice
• Working closely with internal teams to meet all client deliverables
• Maintaining accurate financial data across internal systems
• Supporting with ad hoc finance tasks as required
• Managing client cash flow and funding requirements
• Overseeing annual financial reviews in collaboration with relevant internal teams
• Attending client and internal meetings when needed
• Instructing treasury teams on account amendments, collections and payments
• Managing general client fund activity such as refunds

What we’re looking for

• Experience in a similar client accounting role
• Strong financial and technical reporting skills within a client service environment
• Ability to work effectively in a varied, fast-paced and evolving department
• Willingness to learn and take on professional development opportunities
• Part Qualified ACCA or QBE
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Ability to work confidently with colleagues at all levels and external clients
• Strong Excel skills and analytical ability
• High accuracy, confidentiality and attention to detail
• Positive, professional and proactive approach
• Integrity and a strong ethical mindset

Key strengths that will help you succeed

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently when needed
• Comfortable working to strict deadlines with accuracy
• Able to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Disclaimer

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements