Senior Client Accountant, Private Clients (Fixed Term Contract for 12 months)

CSC; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business services company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Client Accountant to prepare and review financial statements for a diverse portfolio. This role requires experience in Private Wealth or Corporate Services and offers a supportive environment with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual success-sharing bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package

Hybrid/remote work options

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Wealth, Corporate Services, or Executive Compensation accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge, including IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Able to work independently and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Prepare annual accounts under recognised GAAPs and review accounts prepared by colleagues.
• Compile supporting workpapers and checklists.
• Collaborate with administration teams to align bookkeeping.

Skills

Private Wealth accounting

Corporate Services accounting

Executive Compensation accounting

Strong technical knowledge

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Education

ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification

Job description

Job Description

About the role:

We’re looking for a Senior Client Accountant to join our Shared Client Services team in Jersey. This role involves preparing and reviewing financial statements for a diverse portfolio of trusts, companies, partnerships, pension plans, and employee benefit structures across Private Wealth, Corporate Services, and Executive Compensation Services. You’ll work closely with our India-based team and experienced Jersey colleagues to ensure high-quality delivery of statutory and regulatory accounting services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accounts Preparation: Prepare annual accounts under recognised GAAPs and review accounts prepared by colleagues.
• Documentation: Compile supporting workpapers and checklists with relevant source material.
• Bookkeeping Support: Collaborate with administration teams to align bookkeeping with accounting needs.
• Monitoring: Maintain tracking spreadsheets to monitor deadlines and deliverables.
• Reporting: Assist with internal reports for senior management and compliance.
• Time Recording: Accurately log time spent on client matters for billing purposes.
• Integrity: Maintain client documentation to a high standard.

• Collaboration: Communicate openly with fee earners and team members.

Your Profile:

• Experience in Private Wealth, Corporate Services, or Executive Compensation accounting.
• ACA/ACCA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge, including IFRS/UK GAAP.
• Able to work independently and take initiative.
• Committed to delivering high standards.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

About Us

CSC is a global business, legal, and financial services company based in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, providing knowledge-based solutions to clients worldwide. We have offices and capabilities in over 140 jurisdictions in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, and the Middle East, and more than 8,000 colleagues. We are the business behind business.®

Visit our careers site to learn more about CSC and our commitment to our clients, communities, and each other.

CSC is committed to creating a feeling of belonging through a diverse and growth-oriented environment where everyone is valued.

CSC colleagues have global career opportunities and excellent benefits, including annual success‑sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance. To learn more, visit cscglobal.com/service/careers.

We offer a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles. We encourage candidates to work closely with our talent acquisition partners to convey their specific needs. Our commitment to accessibility reflects our broader dedication to diversity and belonging.

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Disclaimer: The information above describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this role. It is not intended to describe all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Why Work with CSC?

At CSC®, we’re always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.

CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.

• CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
• We have been voted a Top Workplace every year since 2006.
• We offer challenging work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
• Employees are eligible for success sharing, bonus, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
• CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as part of your Total Rewards that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and more.
• As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid/remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.

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