Senior Client Accountant

Search-Select LTD; Douglas; On-site; Full time

Job description

Our client seeks a Senior Client Accountant to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounting professional to take on a varied and rewarding role, working with a diverse portfolio of trusts and companies. You'll be responsible for preparing and reviewing complex financial statements, delivering ad hoc financial reporting, and supporting tax compliance while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and client service.

Working as part of a collaborative and knowledgeable Bookkeeping and Accounting team, you'll have the opportunity to apply your technical expertise, build strong client relationships, and contribute to the continued success of the business. This role is ideal for a proactive, detail-oriented individual who is confident in accounts preparation and thrives in a professional, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure client expectations and accounting deadlines are properly managed and financial statements are finalised in a timely manner.
• Take ownership, prioritise workload and communicate effectively with their line manager and third parties.
• Achieve personal targets as set out for their role (this will include targets for time recording and utilisation) and will also take action to ensure agreed business risk targets are met. Use technical capability to understand and manage risk with the support of their line manager, escalating where necessary and required in accordance with policies.
• Support with the timely preparation and review of high-quality complex financial statements in accordance with relevant laws and generally accepted accounting practices in line with relevant policies and procedures.
• Support peers, technical and ad hoc financial queries and special project work as required.
• Develop a good working relationship and work proactively with the Bookkeeping and Trust Administration Teams to ensure timely completion of bookkeeping and query resolution.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Prior experience in preparation of Trust and Company financial statements will be beneficial.
• Working knowledge and understanding of relevant statutory requirements and UK GAAP.
• Ability to use judgement and initiative in applying standard work practices and solving day to day problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience in the Fiduciary industry is desirable but not essential.

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