Client Accountant

RD Financial Recruitment Limited; Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits package

Hybrid working model

Job summary

RD Financial Recruitment Limited is recruiting a Client Accountant in Wokingham on a hybrid basis. You will handle a varied SME client portfolio and lead junior team members, delivering high-quality statutory accounts, management accounts, and tax work.

The ideal candidate is ACA or ACCA qualified with practice experience, strong relationship skills, and a proactive, commercially minded approach to add value for clients and support the continued growth of the practice.

Qualifications

• ACA or ACCA qualified accountant with practice background.
• Experience managing a portfolio of SME clients.
• Strong knowledge of statutory/management accounts, VAT and corporation tax.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients and act as their trusted contact.
• Review and oversee statutory accounts, management accounts and financial statements.
• Review corporation tax and VAT returns and other compliance work.
• Provide commercial and financial advice and build client relationships.
• Mentor and develop junior team members and review their work.

Skills

ACA/ACCA qualification

Experience in accountancy practice

Client portfolio management

Education

ACA or ACCA qualification

Job description

Client Accountant | Wokingham| £50k - £60k + Excellent Benefits | Hybrid

The Role

Are you an ACA or ACCA qualified accountant looking to take the next step in your practice career? Do you enjoy building lasting client relationships, leading a team and delivering exceptional service to a diverse portfolio of businesses?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and growing accountancy practice as a Client Accountant, where you'll play a key role in managing a varied client portfolio while supporting and developing a talented team. You'll work closely with business owners across a range of industries, providing trusted advice and ensuring the highest standards of client service.

If you're passionate about helping businesses succeed, enjoy mentoring others and thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environment, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SME clients, acting as their trusted point of contact.
• Review and oversee the preparation of statutory accounts, management accounts and financial statements.
• Review corporation tax returns, VAT returns and other compliance work.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with clients, providing commercial and financial advice.
• Manage workflow across your client portfolio, ensuring deadlines are met.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior members of the team.
• Review work prepared by junior accountants, providing constructive feedback and technical support.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and add value for clients.
• Work closely with senior leadership to support the continued growth of the practice.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and internal quality procedures.

About You

You'll be an experienced accountant from an accountancy practice background who enjoys managing client relationships and leading others.

You'll ideally have:

• ACA or ACCA qualification orequivalent?
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice.
• Experience managing a portfolio of clients.
• Strong knowledge of statutory accounts, management accounts, VAT and corporation tax.
• Experience reviewing work and supporting junior team members.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• A proactive, commercial approach with a genuine passion for delivering outstanding client service.

The Offer

• £50k- £60k salary
• Excellent benefits package
• Opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of SME clients
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and career progression
• The opportunity to make a real impact within a growing and respected accountancy practice

Apply Now

Ready to take the next step in your accountancy career? If you're looking for a role where you can build strong client relationships, lead a talented team and develop your career within a successful and supportive practice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and become part of a business committed to delivering exceptional service and helping clients achieve long-term success.