Job Description

Description

We're looking for a Client Accountant to join our growing Global Accounting team within Governance Services. In this role, you'll work closely with the team on the provision of accounting services to a range of client entities.

If you're looking to grow in your professional career and want to gain experience working on a variety of technical accounts across a wide portfolio of clients, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

Assist in preparing and reviewing client financial statements under UK GAAP, IFRS, and FRS 102. Assist in completing the audit process for clients. Help generate periodic reports, capital account statements, and net asset valuations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in client entity databases (including Viewpoint, QuickBooks, and Yardi). Collaborate with colleagues and clients to manage expectations and deadlines. Maintain a detailed understanding of transactions and regularly liaise with your line manager. Ensure consistency in accounting service levels. Build and develop relationships with clients, auditors, and third-party service providers.

About you

Relevant academic, preferably be part qualified ACCA/ACA, currently studying or qualified by relevant experience with good up to date technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS, including practical application. Demonstrable practical and technical knowledge of accounting systems, particularly Viewpoint and Quickbooks would be an advantage. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly in the use of MS Excel, is also expected. Excellent organisational skills with the ability to handle pressure and deliver accurate results promptly. Have a professional, pro-active and service orientated approach. Discretion and demonstrates good judgement.

About Mourant

We are proud to be a leading offshore law-firm led professional services business, advising many of the world's leading financial institutions, corporations, public organisations, private equity houses and investment funds, as well as ultra-high net worth individuals and family offices.

We believe in inclusive workplaces where everyone feels seen, heard, valued and respected. We have a strong sense of common purpose, where all our people are clear about our goals and the role they can play in achieving them. We pride ourselves in providing accessible development opportunities to all our people in a team-spirited environment, where everyone feels like they belong and can thrive.

If you would like to join an award winning and forward thinking firm whose inclusive culture and values recognise that its people are fundamental to its success, we would love to hear from you.




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