At a Glance
- Tasks: Own financial reporting and client communication for a diverse portfolio.
- Company: Join Bluewater's Virtual Finance Office, a hub of innovation and collaboration.
- Benefits: Generous salary, hybrid work, annual leave, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Enjoy career progression opportunities and a supportive team culture.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by delivering clear financial insights to clients.
- Qualifications: ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or finalist with 5+ years' experience.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
This role sits at the heart of Bluewater's Virtual Finance Office.
As a Client Accountant, you will own the accuracy, timeliness, and clarity of financial reporting for a portfolio of clients.
You will ensure clients not only receive reliable numbers, but also understand what those numbers mean.
This is a client-facing delivery ownership role., To take full ownership of operational finance delivery for assigned clients, ensuring clean month-end close, high-quality reporting, and confident explanation of results.
- Financial Delivery & Control
- Own month-end close for assigned clients
- Prepare/review rec packs, ledgers, accruals, prepayments, WIP, and journals
- Maintain up-to-date balance sheet reconciliations
- Prepare and review management accounts
- Review VAT, CIS, and payroll outputs
- Review and approve payment runs
- Client Communication & Presentation
- Present management accounts to clients
- Explain variances, trends, and performance drivers clearly
- Prepare written summaries and commentary
- Respond confidently to client finance queries
- Quality Oversight & Team Support
- Oversee bookkeeping quality and timelines
- Review Finance Associate and Assistant output
- Resolve issues early and constructively
- Escalate judgement matters appropriately
- Identify risks, issues, and anomalies proactively
- Highlight patterns and drivers to Finance Partners
- Support Finance Partners by preparing clear insights
- ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified or finalist
- At least 5 years' experience in practice or industry
- Confident reviewing others' work
- Generous salary package of £35k - £45k (depending on experience)
- Up to 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 3 days over Christmas and new year
- Pension scheme contributions and professional subscriptions paid
- Free parking space near the office
- Hybrid working for work-life balance
- A collaborative and innovative team culture
- Quarterly team activities
- Real opportunities for career progression
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Client Accountant / Management Accountant employer: Bluewater
At Carluccio’s, we pride ourselves on creating a vibrant and supportive work environment where every Front of House Team Member can thrive. With excellent career development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and generous employee discounts, we ensure that our team feels valued and motivated. Join us in Bluewater, where you can be part of a passionate family dedicated to delivering unforgettable dining experiences while enjoying the perks of working in a dynamic hospitality setting.
