Client Accountant

Are you an experienced finance professional or a part-qualified accountant looking for a dynamic role with clear career progression? Do you thrive when managing your own portfolio and building strong relationships with clients?

You could join this leading property consultancy firm as a Client Accountant at their thriving office in central Birmingham, just a short walk from Snow Hill train station. 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a sophisticated, specialist team within a larger office of over 100 property professionals. 

If you want the security and buzzing social scene of a major corporate hub, combined with the close-knit feel of a dedicated regional team, this is the perfect career move.

In this varied and engaging role, you will take full ownership of financial transactions and reporting for a dedicated portfolio of clients. 

Key Tasks Include:

• Managing day-to-day operations of clients’ financial transactions and allocating incoming cash (including tenant receipts).
• Performing regular, robust reconciliations of client funds and creating precise payment runs in accordance with strict contract rules and deadlines.
• Preparing monthly contract accounts and detailed financial reports to deliver directly to clients.
• Responding to internal and external queries professionally, managing shared inboxes, and building strong, trusting client relationships.
• Assisting the wider contract management team with one-off projects and administrative duties as required.

What We Are Looking For:

• Open to candidates who are part-qualified, actively studying towards a professional qualification (ACCA/CIMA or equivalent), or nearing completion.
• Proven experience in a busy finance environment (industry or practice) managing client portfolios, with a solid understanding of client money handling regulations.
• High attention to detail, strong numerical and analytical skills, and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• A clear understanding of financial processes and controls. Experience with the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is highly advantageous.
• A proactive, enthusiastic attitude with the confidence to report directly to clients and collaborate across departments.

Why You'll Love This Job:

• A fantastic company culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and career satisfaction.
• Competitive basic salary £35-40,000
• A vibrant office environment with frequent socials, fundraising activities, and health & wellbeing events.
• A flexible, customisable benefits scheme (choose to purchase extra annual leave, opt into health cash plans, cycle-to-work scheme, and more).
• A highly supportive management team dedicated to helping you finish your qualifications and progress your career.

If you are an ambitious accountant ready to take on a premier client portfolio in Birmingham, we want to hear from you. Apply Today!