Client Accountant

Position: Client Accountant (Permanent)
Location: Isle of Man

Our long-established Douglas-based Corporate Service Provider, part of a diverse group of companies, is seeking an experienced Client Accountant to join their established, friendly team.

As Client Accountant here you will:

* Support administrators by providing responses to accounting queries from clients

* Prepare financial statements and tax returns for a portfolio of clients, including aircraft, yachting and investment companies and trusts

* Preparation of management accounts for clients

* Preparation and filing of VAT returns for clients

* Review of VAT returns for client companies, VAT Business Plans, and liaise with VAT office

* Assist with Income Tax Economic Substance S84 enquiries

* Assistance with project to transfer client accounting records from VT to NAV One

* Liaise with administrators, auditors and third parties to offer the highest standard of service to all clients

* Maintain the department's compliance with legislation, policies and procedures

* Attend operational meetings

The ideal candidate for the role of Client Accountant will be:

* ACCA/ACA qualified or similar preferred, but will consider qualified by experience

* Knowledge and understanding of UK GAAP, FRS 102 s1A, IFRS

* 3-5 years experience preparing financial statements for a portfolio of active clients in a CSP environment

* Strong Excel skills and ability to work without direct supervision and to tight deadlines

* Professional and approachable demeanor, good communication skills, and a team player

Desirable

* Knowledge of VT and NAV One would be an advantage

* Experience of accounting for a aircraft owning companies would be desirable