Client Accountant (Client Finance – Birmingham)

BNP Paribas Group; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a Client Accountant in Birmingham. The successful candidate will manage Client Accounting and Financial Reporting, ensuring high service standards and compliance with regulations. Ideal for professionals with an accounting qualification and experience in property management, this role offers a range of benefits and opportunities for growth at BNP Paribas Real Estate.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

25 days annual leave + public holidays

Gym discounts and wellbeing support

Pension and life assurance

Bonus scheme

Travel and retail discounts

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified in a recognized accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA) or through experience.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail required.
• Experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, and operations is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Managing accounting and financial reporting for clients in a timely manner.
• Ensuring compliance with service level agreements and internal auditing.
• Collaborating with various stakeholders, including clients and team members.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

CIMA or ACCA qualification

GCSE in Maths and English

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Property management/accounting packages

Job description

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The role

The Client Accountant is responsible for managing the Client Accounting and Financial Reporting for our Client(s) effectively and in a timely manner, in accordance with Client requirements.

The objectives of the role include:

• Ensuring all Client and property accounting services are delivered to high standards and meet the service levels required by the Client;
• Maintaining complete and up-to-date records and financial management, including applying accounting regulations, query management, service charge management, reconciliations, capex, opex, and other Client-specific procedures;
• Collaborating with surveyors, Clients, and team members to resolve queries efficiently;
• Supporting contractual compliance across the team, including meeting SLAs and KPIs on behalf of BNPPRE;
• Continuously improving processes for market-leading financial management in accordance with relevant legislation.

Responsibilities

• Handling a broad range of projects, consulting with senior colleagues or external specialists on complex or technical issues;
• Specializing in one aspect of the discipline while maintaining broad knowledge of related principles and practices;
• Enhancing BNP Paribas Real Estate's reputation through successful delivery;
• Developing, implementing, and refining processes to meet service delivery standards for clients;
• Working with internal audit and compliance to ensure all requirements are met;
• Participating in activity controls;
• Improving efficiency, effectiveness, and control of daily work with management;
• Serving as the main contact for Clients, surveyors, and relevant parties regarding accounting services;
• Monitoring and producing client records, including statements, P&L, balance sheets, VAT, charges, reconciliations, and query responses;
• Ensuring services are delivered per contract agreements;
• Attending client meetings to understand and respond to their needs;
• Structuring accounting records and achieving reporting goals with team members;
• Ensuring Quality Assurance reviews are completed before issuance;
• Assisting with internal and external audits of financial info, procedures, and controls.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Qualified or part-qualified in a recognized accounting qualification (CIMA, ACCA) or qualified through experience;
• GCSE qualifications including Maths and English.

Experience

• Numerate with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills;
• Experience in an accounting team within property management or similar environment;
• Experience in bookkeeping, financial reporting, operations, and controls;
• Tenacious, presentable, assertive, adaptable, self-aware, and self-motivated;
• Conscientious with an understanding of accounting and data protection;
• Knowledge of accounting techniques, including general ledger transactions, is advantageous;
• Committed to excellent customer service and meeting deadlines;
• Commercially astute, innovative, and solutions-oriented;
• Organized, methodical, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines;
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with property management/accounting packages (e.g., Trace Tramps, Yardi, Voyager, Qube Horizon) is a plus.

Benefits

• Health & Leisure: Private medical, 25 days annual leave + public holidays, health screening, gym discounts, wellbeing support, volunteering opportunities, cycle to work, eye care vouchers, travel & retail discounts, travel insurance, concierge, kids pass, golf card, social events, perks at work.
• Financial: Pension, life assurance (8x salary), group income protection, interest-free season ticket loan, bonus scheme, share incentive plan, financial and mortgage advice.

BNP Paribas Real Estate values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, fostering a respectful and supportive work environment.