Client Accountant x 2

MN Climate Innovation Finance Authority (MNCIFA); London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded financial services firm in London is seeking a Client Accountant to join their growing team. The successful candidate will be responsible for end-to-end financial reporting for Special Purpose Vehicles, requiring strong technical accounting skills and proven experience in the financial services sector. This role offers opportunities for career development in a client-facing environment.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Minimum of 4 years in a similar accounting role.
• Experience working with SPVs is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of SPVs, ensuring compliance and accurate records.
• Prepare statutory accounts under IFRS or local GAAP.
• Support auditors during year-end processes.

Skills

Technical accounting knowledge

Communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Education

ACA or ACCA qualified

Job description

Meraki Talent is supporting a well-regarded financial services firm that provides a range of business administration and compliance services. They are currently looking to appoint a Client Accountant during an exciting period of growth, following a recent acquisition. This Is a permanent role based in their London Office.

This role will sit within a growing accounting team responsible for delivering end-to-end financial reporting and compliance services across a broad portfolio of Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs).

Our client will only consider qualified accountants for this role, specifically those with previous experience working with SPVs and audit experience in capital markets or financial services. The successful candidate will be joining a technically focused, client-facing environment with strong development potential.

Role Responsobilities:

• Looking after a portfolio of SPVs, setting up and maintaining ledgers and making sure the right accounting reatment is applied
• Posting journals and keeping the day-to-day records accurate and up to date
• Preparing statutory accounts under IFRS or local GAAP, making sure everything is fully disclosed and compliant.
• Working closely with auditors to support year-end processes and help meet key deadlines
• Pulling together monthly and quarterly management accounts, along with other client reporting as needed
• Taking care of VAT and Corporation Tax returns, as well as preparing iXBRL-tagged accounts for submission
• Helping to resolve any technical accounting questions that come up, working with clients and internal teams to get to the right answer
• Getting involved in internal projects aimed at improving the way the team works
• Building your knowledge of a wide range of structures across private equity, real estate, and capital markets

Person Specification:

• You'll be ACA or ACCA qualified, with at least 3 years experience post-qualification
• You'll also bring a minimum of fours years in a Similar accounting or financial services role
• Practical experience working with SPVs is essential; familiarity with private equity or real estate structures would be advantageous
• You should have strong technical accounting knowledge and ideally some audit or financial statement prep experience
• You're a confident communicator who enjoys working collaboratively and solving problems
• Accuracy, professionalism, and a high level of attention to detail are all qualities you pride yourself on
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, are desired

In short, this is a great opportunity to join an outstanding firm and further develop your career as the organisation grows, If you or someone you know would be interested, reach out to Nick on [e-mail] or on 020 4571 7392