Senior Client Accountant

Daniel Watney LLP; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in London is seeking a Senior Client Accountant to manage a diverse portfolio, covering residential, commercial, and block-managed properties. This role requires strong property accounting experience and an ability to deliver high-quality client service. The ideal candidate will be proactive and detail-oriented, with a passion for process improvement within a collaborative finance team.

Benefits

Competitive salary aligned with experience

Hybrid working model

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with matching employer contributions

Private medical cover

Employee assistance programme (EAP)

Opportunities for growth within the finance team

Modern office environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience in property client accounting (residential, commercial, or block).
• Sound financial acumen with understanding of service charge processes.
• Experience managing complex or high-value portfolios is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage rent, service charge, and insurance demands, ensuring accurate reporting.
• Prepare annual service charge budgets in accordance with lease terms.
• Act as the main point of contact for client and auditor queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Client service focus

Education

AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA

Tools

Excel

Property accounting systems

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We’re looking for a confident and experienced Senior Client Accountant to join our growing finance team. You’ll take ownership of a varied portfolio of residential, commercial, and block-managed properties—managing everything from rent and service charge accounting to client reporting and compliance.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, values accuracy and structure, and thrives on building strong client relationships. You’ll be a key contact for both clients and colleagues, ensuring financial information is delivered clearly, on time, and to the highest standard.

If you’re commercially aware, technically strong, and ready to support junior team members while improving processes along the way, we’d love to hear from you.

About you

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Client Accountant to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in property accounting, ideally with experience across mixed-use portfolios including residential, commercial, and block-managed assets. You’ll bring sound financial acumen, a solid understanding of service charge processes, and a clear grasp of client money regulations.

You’ll be confident working under pressure and managing deadlines, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. This role is perfect for someone who takes pride in accuracy, builds strong client relationships, and enjoys being part of a collaborative, improvement-focused finance team.

We welcome applicants who are AAT qualified or part-qualified ACCA/CIMA, though we’re equally open to those with equivalent hands-on experience in a similar role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage rent, service charge, and insurance demands, maintaining accurate tenant ledgers and client reporting.
• Prepare annual service charge budgets and year-end accounts in line with lease terms and ARMA/RICS standards.
• Reconcile client bank accounts monthly, ensuring compliance with RICS Client Money rules.
• Act as the main point of contact for client and auditor queries; attend meetings as required.
• Review and support work of junior accountants, contributing to team knowledge and process improvements.
• Liaise with property managers, tenants, and clients to resolve financial queries efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records in property management systems (e.g., Yardi, PropMan, Dwellant)

Essential Skills and Experience

• Proven experience in property client accounting (residential, commercial or block).
• Strong understanding of service charge budgeting and year-end processes.
• Familiarity with RICS Client Money Protection and lease compliance.
• Proficient in Excel and property accounting systems (e.g. Qube, Dwellant, PropMan)
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple client accounts and deadlines.
• Good problem-solving skills, particularly in resolving account discrepancies.
• Client service focused, with a professional and responsive attitude.

Desirable Skills and Experience

• AAT, ACCA or CIMA part-qualified (or qualified by experience).
• Experience managing complex or high-value portfolios.
• Knowledge of ARMA or IRPM standards.
• Ability to review junior work and support staff development.
• Interest in process improvement or systems automation.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and qualifications
• Hybrid working model to support work–life balance
• 25 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with matching employer contributions
• Private medical cover and employee assistance programme (EAP)
• Opportunities to grow within a collaborative and forward-thinking finance team
• Modern office environment with regular social events and a supportive culture

We’re committed to creating an inclusive, values-led workplace where you can thrive and do your best work.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing

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