Job Description
Are you a hands-on, proactive finance professional looking for the next step in your career? We're looking for a Client Accountant to join a growing team and take ownership of a multi-site residential portfolio. This is not just a support role, you'll be empowered to manage, report and drive real financial insight across a diverse property portfolio.
This is a 6 month Fixed Term Contract with high potential for permanent employment.
What You'll Be Doing:
Portfolio Management
* Take full ownership of a regional portfolio of residential sites - typically 4-5, depending on size.
* Work closely with Operations, Finance, and Commercial teams to deliver accurate, timely, and meaningful financial insights.
Monthly & Quarterly Reporting
* Lead the creation of management packs, with commentary that brings the numbers to life.
* Drive monthly forecasting and support budgeting processes across departments.
* Deliver clear variance/trend analysis to help shape performance conversations with stakeholders.
Site-Level Engagement
* Attend monthly meetings with site teams across UK wide portfolio.
* Provide financial support and commentary to both internal external stakeholders.
Day-to-Day Accounting
* Oversee rent sweeps, funding requests, and cashflow reporting.
* Collaborate with Accounts Payable and onsite teams to ensure smooth month-end processes and invoice management.
* Ensure completeness of month-end processes and support the audit as needed.
Who We're Looking For:
* Qualified or Studying: AAT qualified. Open to someone studying towards CIMA or ACCA - you will be supported - with time off and financial support (payback model applies).
* Experienced: You know your way around monthly reporting, P&L forecasting, and management packs. You've worked across commercial/ops and finance.
* Excel Confident: You're an advanced Excel user - modelling, analysis, and scenario tools are second nature to you.
* Hands-On & Accountable: You don't need someone checking every step - you take ownership, think critically, and follow through.
* People-Centric: You communicate clearly with site teams, clients, and stakeholders alike. You can explain 'the why' behind the numbers.
What You'll Get:
* A supportive and collaborative team
* Real ownership and the ability to influence decision-making
* Study support (both time and funding)
* Exposure across Finance, Ops, and Commercial
* Progression opportunities as the company grows
* Occasional travel and flexibility when needed
Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 6 months
Work Location: Wantage, Oxfordshire
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