Client Accounts Team Lead — Hybrid, Growth Path

Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist property management company is seeking a Client Accounts Team Leader in Cambridge. This role involves leading a team of accountants while managing prestigious residential portfolios. The position offers hybrid working with just one office visit per month. Ideal candidates will have five years of accounts experience, strong communication skills, and a technical foundation. This is a unique opportunity to progress into leadership while maintaining hands-on involvement in finance management.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Study support for professional qualifications

Holiday purchase scheme

Smart Health programme

Life assurance

Regular social events

Birthday leave

Long service awards

PerkBox discount platform

Cycle to work scheme

Employee referral programme

Qualifications

• Five years' accounts experience with a strong technical foundation.
• Preparation of year-end accounts desirable but not essential.
• Experience mentoring or supporting colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Monitor team workload and ensure timely completion of accounts.
• Undertake internal reviews of service charge accounts.
• Manage finances for a portfolio of estates.

Skills

Numeracy skills

Analytical skills

Strong communication

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Leadership potential

Education

Part-qualified CIMA/ACCA/ACA or qualified by experience

Job description

A specialist property management company is seeking a Client Accounts Team Leader in Cambridge. This role involves leading a team of accountants while managing prestigious residential portfolios. The position offers hybrid working with just one office visit per month. Ideal candidates will have five years of accounts experience, strong communication skills, and a technical foundation. This is a unique opportunity to progress into leadership while maintaining hands-on involvement in finance management.