Client bookkeeper

Our Client is a global specialist in corporate, fund and active wealth services and is looking for an experienced Client Bookkeeper to join an established, friendly team.

Supporting the Bookkeeping and Accounting Team, the Client Bookkeeper will be responsible for the completion of bank, investment and property bookkeeping as well as relevant control reconciliations.

Key Accountabilities will include:

• Be expected to develop a good working relationship and work proactively with the Trust Administration Teams to resolve queries and assist the Accounting Team with the preparation of accurate trial balances
• Take ownership, prioritise workload and communicate effectively with their line manager and third parties
• Have a good understanding of online banking and accounting systems and will be able to demonstrate an ability to familiarise themselves with new systems effectively
• Support with the timely completion of accurate bookkeeping in line with relevant policies and procedures
• Be responsible for completing a portfolio of bank, investment and property bookkeeping, as well as relevant control reconciliations

The ideal candidate for the Client Bookkeeper role will have:

• You will hold a relevant professional bookkeeping qualification (such as AAT or CAT).Other equivalent qualifications and work experience will be considered
• Prior experience in Trust and Company bookkeeping will be beneficial, but not essential
• Working knowledge and understanding of relevant governance, compliance, risk policies and procedures
• Ability to use judgement and initiative in applying standard work practices and solving day to day problems
• Flexible and professional when working under time driven pressures and will have good prioritisation and time management skills
• A strong team player, self-motivated and focussed on exceeding targets and goals.
• Have an excellent command of the English language with strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in the Fiduciary industry is desirable but not essential