Senior Client Accountant

Ruth Maskell Recruitment; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Senior Client Accountant in Jersey to manage day-to-day accounting functions for global clients. The ideal candidate is a qualified accountant with strong numerical and analytical skills, and the ability to mentor junior staff. Responsibilities include preparing annual financial statements and improving accounting processes. Competitive salary of £65,000 offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client accounting or accounts preparation.
• Diligent and organised approach to work.
• Knowledge in Real Estate or Wealth accounting is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily accounting tasks for Global clients.
• Review work of bookkeepers and prepare financial statements.
• Support and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Strong numerical skills

Analytical skills

Client-facing experience

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Education

Qualified accountant

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Office packages

Job description

Overview

Were seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Senior Client Accountant to join a growing Accounting Services team in Jersey, where you will play a key role in maintaining and managing the day-to-day accounting functions, making a significant impact within our global operations.

Key Responsibilities

You will be the main contact for external auditors and work to strengthen relationships with clients, internal teams and service lines. Additionally, you will review the work of bookkeepers and prepare annual financial statements and management accounts for your portfolio of clients.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Manage daily accounting tasks for a range of Global clients
• Assist with audit preparations, including VAT returns
• Tracking and monitoring the preparation of financial information
• Ensure accuracy with routine month end / quarter end management accounts preparation for a portfolio of clients
• Proactive identification of process improvement and service line development opportunities
• Carrying out all aspects of role in accordance with relevant policies, procedures and controls
• Support and mentor junior team members and take on additional tasks as needed

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

We are seeking a qualified accountant with strong numerical and analytical skills coupled with a proactive mindset.

• Proven experience in client accounting or accounts preparation, along with a diligent and organised approach to work
• Client-facing experience
• Knowledge in Real Estate, Private Wealth, Corporate, or Debt Capital Market accounting environments is desirable but not essential
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other MS Office packages
• Excellent communication and time management skills

Salary £65,000