Client Accountant
Temporary Client Accountant for a role in Birmingham City Centre
About the Role
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Client Accountant to join our client on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident finance professional who can quickly settle into a busy environment and provide accurate and reliable financial support. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the day-to-day accounting requirements for a portfolio of clients, ensuring accounts are maintained accurately and deadlines are met.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing the day-to-day accounting requirements for a portfolio of clients
- Processing sales and purchase ledger transactions
- Preparing and posting journals
- Completing regular bank reconciliations
- Preparing and reviewing management accounts
- Assisting with month-end and year-end processes
- Preparing VAT returns and other financial reports
- Monitoring client accounts and resolving discrepancies
- Managing client queries and providing a high level of service
- Maintaining accurate financial records
- Assisting with cash flow forecasting and reporting where required
- Liaising with internal teams, clients and external contacts
- Supporting with any additional finance duties as required
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience working as a Client Accountant, Management Accountant, Accountant or similar
- Strong understanding of general accounting principles
- Experience with double-entry bookkeeping
- Good knowledge of sales and purchase ledger processes
- Experience with reconciliations and month-end procedures
- Strong Excel skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good communication and organisational skills
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
- A proactive approach and the ability to work independently
- The ability to hit the ground running in a temporary position
Temporary Opportunity
This role would suit an experienced accountant who is immediately available or has a short notice period and is comfortable joining a business on a temporary basis. If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a temporary opportunity and have the skills required, we would be keen to hear from you.