Client Accountant I — SPV & Asset Finance

Wilmington Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm based in London seeks an experienced accountant to serve as a key contact with clients and prepare financial statements and management accounts. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality service to clients while mentoring junior staff. This role thrives in an agile environment and requires proficiency in GAAP and IFRS standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years accounting experience or 7 years education/work experience including 3 years relevant
• Experience applying GAAP and IFRS standards.
• Experience coaching less experienced accounting staff.

Responsibilities

• Serve as key contact with clients ensuring high levels of service delivery.
• Prepare annual financial statements and management accounts.
• Ensure timely completion of client deliverables including tax filings and regulatory reporting.

Skills

Detail oriented

Outstanding written and verbal communications skills

Experience working with Financial Controls

Ability to understand financial risk

Coaching less experienced accounting staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related field

ACCA or CIMA qualified

Tools

Industry-specific software

Word processing software

Spreadsheet software

Job description

A financial services firm based in London seeks an experienced accountant to serve as a key contact with clients and prepare financial statements and management accounts. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting and at least three years of relevant experience. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and delivering high-quality service to clients while mentoring junior staff. This role thrives in an agile environment and requires proficiency in GAAP and IFRS standards.