Client Services Senior Accountant

Centralis Group; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Centralis Group in Didcot seeks a Client Services Senior Accountant who balances technical accounting with strong client-facing skills. You will own a diverse client portfolio and deliver high-quality financial reporting and VAT/compliance work.

You will work in a collaborative team, supporting junior members and liaising with auditors while developing your career in corporate services for international clients.

Qualifications

• Experience preparing management accounts with minimal supervision.
• Strong ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Excellent organisational, communication and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as their day-to-day contact.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings.
• Preparing management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns.
• Supporting statutory financial statements preparation, including consolidations where required.
• Preparing FCA regulatory returns.
• Preparing and reviewing P11D and PSA calculations.
• Liaising with auditors and coordinating audit deliverables.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.

Skills

Excel and Office Suite

Client relationship management

Organisational skills

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification

Tools

Xero

Twinfield

CCH Accounts Production

Job description

We're looking for a talented Client Services Senior Accountant who enjoys both technical accounting and client-facing work. If you're seeking a role where you can take ownership of a client portfolio, deepen your accounting expertise and develop your career within an international organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

At Centralis Group, we provide corporate, treasury, governance and administrative services to a diverse international client base. Headquartered in Luxembourg, our teams work across multiple jurisdictions, delivering tailored solutions and exceptional service to clients around the world.

We're seeking a Client Services Senior Accountant to join our growing Didcot office. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious accounting professional who enjoys building client relationships while delivering high-quality accounting and financial reporting services.

What You'll Be Doing

• Managing a portfolio of clients and acting as a trusted day-to-day contact
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships through regular communication and meetings
• Preparing management accounts, journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Preparing and submitting VAT returns
• Supporting the preparation of statutory financial statements, including consolidated accounts where required
• Preparing FCA regulatory returns
• Preparing and reviewing P11D and PAYE Settlement Agreement (PSA) calculations
• Liaising with auditors and coordinating audit deliverables
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members
• Collaborating with colleagues across the business to deliver outstanding client service

What We're Looking For

• Experience preparing management accounts with minimal supervision
• Strong Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook skills
• Excellent organisational, communication and relationship-building skills
• A proactive, flexible and client-focused approach
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work
• Experience using accounting systems such as Xero, Twinfield or similar platforms
• Experience preparing statutory accounts using CCH Accounts Production or equivalent software
• Qualified ACCA or ACA qualification
• Previous experience within an accountancy practice, outsourced accounting environment or corporate services provider

Why Join Centralis?

• International and multicultural working environment
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Professional study support and ongoing learning
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to a diverse and interesting client portfolio
• Competitive salary and benefits package

To learn more about Centralis Group, visit www.centralisgroup.com