At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team of accountants, manage workflows, and ensure timely delivery of financial statements.
- Company: Global specialist in corporate and wealth services with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and opportunities for career advancement.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment that values growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by leading a dynamic team and driving operational efficiencies.
- Qualifications: Professional accounting qualification (ACCA/ACA) and 5+ years of relevant experience.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 £ per year.
Our Client is a global specialist in corporate, fund and active wealth services and is looking for a Client Accounting Manager to build, lead and manage a team of Accountants and Bookkeepers at various levels, manage the workflow of the accounting function and ensure timely delivery of technically accurate financial statements at a profit.
The Client Accounting Manager will:
- Ensure all client expectations and accounting deadlines are properly prepared for and managed.
- Prioritise and manage the workflow of the accounting function and work proactively with the Trust Administration Teams to ensure queries are cleared and financial statements are finalised in a timely manner.
- Take ownership, prioritise workload and liaise with clients, auditors and other third parties in a professional manner.
- Improve profitability by reviewing charging structures, fee set-ups, ensuring the timely billing/invoicing of accounting fees and supporting the Trust Administration Teams with the accounting element of client fee proposals.
- Support the Head of Accounting and initiate and champion change initiatives to ensure improved operating efficiencies, optimum headcount and profitability. This will include special project work as and when required.
- Ensure the timely delivery of high quality and technically accurate financial statements in line with statutory requirements and generally accepted accounting standards (UK GAAP).
- Be responsible for the preparation and review of complex financial statements and provide ongoing support to colleagues on technical and ad hoc financial queries and initiatives.
- Produce accurate and timely management information and ensure agreed targets and key performance indicators are met (KPI's).
- Build, lead and manage a team of accountants and bookkeepers at various levels, providing guidance, development, coaching, mentoring and ensuring CPD requirements are adhered to.
The ideal candidate for the role of Client Accounting Manager will:
- Hold a relevant professional accounting qualification (ACCA or ACA) and a fiduciary qualification (i.e., STEP) will be considered beneficial.
- Have relevant Trust Accounting experience within a fiduciary services environment, with at least 5 years including people management.
- Possess working knowledge and understanding of relevant statutory requirements.
- Demonstrate technical accounting knowledge (UK GAAP / FRS102).
- Have experience with Tax Reporting.
- Ability to communicate and deliver presentations at Board level.
- Ability to use judgement and initiative in applying standard work practices and solving day to day problems.
Client Accounting Manager in Lanark employer: Orchard Recruitment
As a global leader in corporate, fund, and active wealth services, our company offers an exceptional work environment for the Client Accounting Manager role. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative culture that encourages professional growth through continuous development opportunities and mentorship. Located in a vibrant area, we provide competitive benefits and a commitment to work-life balance, making us an attractive employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
