Senior Client Accountant

Hillcrest Estate Management; Bristol; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Client Accountant to lead a dynamic team in Bristol. This role offers a unique opportunity to ensure compliance with legislation while managing financial integration for new sites. With a focus on client satisfaction and process improvements, you will prepare service charge accounts and handle VAT reporting. Join a company that values work-life balance, providing generous annual leave and personal development support. If you're proactive, organized, and passionate about client service, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

24 days annual leave

Perkbox discounts

Employee Assistance Programme

Personal development support

Career growth opportunities

Recognition incentives

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Qualifications

• Part-qualified or qualified in AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent.
• Experience in accounting/finance environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Client Accountants and ensure compliance with legislation.
• Prepare service charge accounts and manage VAT reporting.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders and resolve queries.

Skills

AAT

ACCA

CIMA

ACA

Residential property management legislation knowledge

Accounting/finance experience

Bookkeeping knowledge

Process improvement identification

Client-focused

Organized

Education

Part-qualified or qualified in AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent

Job description

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About the role:

• Location: Bristol BS6 6UJ
• Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:00 Monday – Thursday, 09:00 – 16:00 Friday
• Salary: Competitive
• Contract: 12 Month Fixed Term

About Hillcrest Estate Management: Founded in 1985, Hillcrest Estate Management specializes in Leasehold Management with offices in Bristol and Essex. Part of Trinity Property Group, we focus on delivering expert services in residential block management.

Benefits: We promote work-life balance and offer:

• 24 days annual leave
• Perkbox discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Personal development support
• Career growth opportunities
• Recognition incentives
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of Client Accountants
• Ensure compliance with legislation and best practices
• Meet KPIs and targets
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders
• Prepare service charge accounts, including statutory and HMRC documentation
• Handle financial integration of new sites
• Manage VAT reporting, budgeting, ad hoc reporting, and FTT preparation
• Resolve queries and liaise with property owners/clients
• Ensure timely reporting
• Attend client meetings

Qualifications and Skills:

• Part-qualified or qualified in AAT, ACCA, CIMA, ACA or equivalent
• Knowledge of residential property management legislation
• Experience in accounting/finance environment
• Strong bookkeeping and accounting principles knowledge
• Proactive in identifying process improvements
• Client-focused, organized, self-motivated, able to meet deadlines

Application Requirements: Must be eligible to work in the UK. Further details available on our LinkedIn page or website. Contact us at 020 7702 0701 with reference number.