Our client is a growing professional services business supporting a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients. They are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Lead Client Accountant to join their expanding team.
This is a senior, hands-on position focused on managing a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting services, and acting as a trusted advisor on complex financial and compliance matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships, driving service excellence, and supporting business growth initiatives.
The role would suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of delivery, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities Client Portfolio Management Manage and develop a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. Act as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients. Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships. Ensure high standards of service delivery and client satisfaction. Identify opportunities to expand services and add value to client engagements. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver a seamless client experience. Accounting & Compliance
Prepare and review statutory accounts in accordance with UK accounting standards. Produce management accounts, reconciliations, journals, and supporting schedules. Oversee compliance requirements including VAT returns, Corporation Tax returns, Companies House filings, and other statutory obligations. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex matters. Support clients operating across multiple entities and jurisdictions. Ensure deadlines and service commitments are consistently achieved. Advisory & Technical Support
Provide practical accounting and business advice to clients. Support complex client projects and business initiatives. Assist with onboarding new clients and designing service solutions. Contribute technical expertise during proposal and business development activities when required. Act as a technical resource for colleagues across the wider team. Team Collaboration
Work closely with colleagues and external delivery partners to ensure work is completed accurately and efficiently. Review work prepared by junior team members and outsourced resources. Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support where required. Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements. Performance & Reporting
Maintain accurate client records and workflow management systems. Monitor delivery performance, risks, and client requirements. Contribute towards agreed utilisation, retention, revenue, and client satisfaction targets. Ensure strong governance and reporting across the client portfolio. What We're Looking For Essential
ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. Minimum three years' post-qualified experience in a client-facing accounting role. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT, Corporation Tax, and statutory compliance requirements. Experience managing client relationships and delivering advisory services. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience working with multi-entity structures and complex client portfolios. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. Comfortable leveraging technology and modern tools to improve efficiency and client outcomes. Desirable
Experience supporting international or multinational clients. Exposure to group structures, consolidations, and multi-currency reporting. Experience contributing to proposals, solution design, or new business opportunities. Knowledge of cloud-based accounting platforms and practice management systems. The successful candidate will: Deliver consistently high-quality service to clients. Build trusted client relationships and act as a valued advisor. Maintain excellent technical standards and compliance accuracy. Collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Contribute to client retention, growth, and overall business success. Drive efficiencies and support ongoing improvements within the finance function.
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This is a senior, hands-on position focused on managing a portfolio of clients, delivering high-quality accounting services, and acting as a trusted advisor on complex financial and compliance matters. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining strong client relationships, driving service excellence, and supporting business growth initiatives.
The role would suit a technically strong accountant who enjoys client interaction, takes ownership of delivery, and thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Key Responsibilities Client Portfolio Management Manage and develop a portfolio of clients across a range of sectors. Act as the primary accounting contact for assigned clients. Build and maintain strong, long-term client relationships. Ensure high standards of service delivery and client satisfaction. Identify opportunities to expand services and add value to client engagements. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to deliver a seamless client experience. Accounting & Compliance
Prepare and review statutory accounts in accordance with UK accounting standards. Produce management accounts, reconciliations, journals, and supporting schedules. Oversee compliance requirements including VAT returns, Corporation Tax returns, Companies House filings, and other statutory obligations. Provide technical accounting guidance on complex matters. Support clients operating across multiple entities and jurisdictions. Ensure deadlines and service commitments are consistently achieved. Advisory & Technical Support
Provide practical accounting and business advice to clients. Support complex client projects and business initiatives. Assist with onboarding new clients and designing service solutions. Contribute technical expertise during proposal and business development activities when required. Act as a technical resource for colleagues across the wider team. Team Collaboration
Work closely with colleagues and external delivery partners to ensure work is completed accurately and efficiently. Review work prepared by junior team members and outsourced resources. Provide guidance, coaching, and technical support where required. Support continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements. Performance & Reporting
Maintain accurate client records and workflow management systems. Monitor delivery performance, risks, and client requirements. Contribute towards agreed utilisation, retention, revenue, and client satisfaction targets. Ensure strong governance and reporting across the client portfolio. What We're Looking For Essential
ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent qualification. Minimum three years' post-qualified experience in a client-facing accounting role. Strong technical knowledge of UK GAAP, VAT, Corporation Tax, and statutory compliance requirements. Experience managing client relationships and delivering advisory services. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Commercial awareness with the ability to identify growth opportunities. Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Experience working with multi-entity structures and complex client portfolios. Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation. Comfortable leveraging technology and modern tools to improve efficiency and client outcomes. Desirable
Experience supporting international or multinational clients. Exposure to group structures, consolidations, and multi-currency reporting. Experience contributing to proposals, solution design, or new business opportunities. Knowledge of cloud-based accounting platforms and practice management systems. The successful candidate will: Deliver consistently high-quality service to clients. Build trusted client relationships and act as a valued advisor. Maintain excellent technical standards and compliance accuracy. Collaborate effectively across teams and stakeholders. Contribute to client retention, growth, and overall business success. Drive efficiencies and support ongoing improvements within the finance function.
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