Client Accountant

Position

Client Accountant (12 month Fixed Term Contract)

Hybrid – Homeworking/Head Office - Chaneys - Chiltern House, Marsack Street, Reading, RG4 5AP

08:30 – 17:00, Monday - Friday

Competitive

Established in 1959, Chaneys is a trusted property and asset management company serving the Thames Valley area for over 50 years. With a client‑focused approach, professional expertise, and a Chartered status, we have earned a strong reputation. Our diverse clientele includes Management Companies, Resident Associations, Developers, and Landlords. Chaneys Chartered Surveyors is part of the Trinity Property Group, an Odevo Group Company.

• 24 days annual leave for work‑life balance.
• Discounts on shopping and services through Perkbox.
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.
• Hybrid and flexible work opportunities.
• Financial support for personal development.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Recognition incentives.
• Cycle to Work scheme for a healthy lifestyle.
• Employee Referral Scheme for potential bonuses.

The Client Support Accountant is primarily responsible for providing administrative and accounting support to the Client Accountants.

• Manage personal workflow to meet SLAs, KPIs, and compliance standards while maintaining data accuracy and integrity.
• Prepare, coordinate, and finalize service charge and statutory accounts, including related HMRC filings.
• Liaise effectively with internal teams, auditors, directors, and property owners to ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Handle financial integration of new sites, VAT reporting, budgeting, and ad hoc or tribunal‑related accounting tasks.
• Resolve client and external queries promptly, maintaining high levels of service and professionalism.
• Ensure adherence to review, control, and documentation procedures in line with company and industry standards.
• Support internal and external reporting requirements, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Contribute to business improvement, uphold TPG’s reputation, and engage with its vision and core values.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in an accountancy or financial environment, ideally within client accounting.
• Strong bookkeeping knowledge and understanding of accounting principles.
• Part‑qualified or qualified with a recognised accountancy qualification (AAT/ACCA/CIMA/ACA or equivalent).
• Highly computer literate, with intermediate to advanced Excel skills and strong written and verbal communication.
• Organised, client‑focused, and self‑motivated, with the ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical and detail‑oriented, with an inquisitive mindset and ability to identify and improve internal processes.

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required. For further information, or to explore more opportunities, you can visit Chaneys Chartered Surveyors on Linked In or our website. If you have questions or would like more details, you can contact our recruitment team at , quoting the reference number.

Entry level

Full‑time

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