Client Accountant Assistant

At Dalcour Maclaren, we're key players in the Utilities and Infrastructure industry, bringing the UK and Ireland closer to Net Zero every day. Our land, environmental and geospatial experts work together to unlock the consents needed by our clients to deliver key projects. Our services include land access and assembly, agricultural liaison, planning, environmental impact assessments and geospatial mapping. Join us, and play your part in helping us to achieve our vision; to be the professional services team of choice, leading the Utilities and Infrastructure industry to a sustainable future. 

Due to continued growth within our Client Accounting function, we are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Client Accountant Assistant to join our Finance team.

Reporting to the Client Accountant this role will provide day-to-day support in the administration and management of more than 70 client bank accounts. The role will focus on processing client transactions, maintaining accurate accounting records, supporting client reporting requirements and ensuring robust financial controls are followed at all times. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to develop a career within finance whilst gaining exposure to a high-volume client accounting environment.

The Role

Working closely with the Client Accounting Manager and wider operational teams, the Client Accountant will support the administration of client monies, payment processing, account reconciliations, reporting and compliance activities. The successful candidate will be highly organised, possess excellent attention to detail and be able to manage multiple priorities across a large portfolio of client accounts.

Key Responsibilities

Client Account Administration

• Maintain accurate records across more than 70 client bank accounts.
• Support the opening, maintenance and closure of client bank accounts.
• Monitor account activity and investigate unusual transactions or variances.
• Maintain organised electronic records and documentation.

Payments & Transaction Processing

• Prepare and process client payment requests in accordance with company controls and approval procedures.
• Verify bank account details and supporting documentation prior to payment release.
• Maintain comprehensive audit trails and supporting records for all transactions.
• Liaise with internal teams, clients and suppliers regarding payment queries.

Accounting & Reconciliations

• Post receipts, payments and journals into QuickBooks and other finance systems.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and resolve reconciling items promptly.
• Ensure client account balances agree to accounting records.
• Support month-end reporting activities and account reviews.

Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare regular client account reports and transaction summaries.
• Assist with internal and external audit requests.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and financial controls.

Team Support & Continuous Improvement

• Provide support across the wider finance and client accounting team.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and reporting efficiencies.
• Participate in training and continuous professional development.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

Essential

• Previous experience in an accounts, finance administration, client accounting or cash management role.
• Exceptional organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Experience processing payments and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Good Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities across a high volume of client accounts.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive and dependable approach to work.

Desirable

• Experience using QuickBooks, Xero, Sage or similar accounting systems.
• AAT studying or a desire to develop a career within finance.
• Experience working within a professional services or consultancy environment.
  

Benefits:

• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus 1 day to celebrate your birthday
• Vitality Health Membership (including Private healthcare, subsidised gym membership and other discounts)
• Flexible working through our ‘Flexible Advantage’ supporting working families & your work/life balance
• Pension Scheme via The Peoples Pension
• Life insurance (4x Base Salary)
• Cycle to work scheme
• 26 Weeks paid Maternity Leave
• 4 Weeks paid Paternity Leave
• BHN Extras – provides discounted gift cards for hundreds of popular retailers
• Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme (provided by Octopus Electric Vehicles) effective at 1 years’ service
• Sabbatical Policy effective at 3 years’ service
• Professional development – paid study leave
• Military service paid leave (7.5 days per year)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) plus wider Mental Health & Wellbeing support
• 2 x Company-wide events every year, in addition to multiple office socials throughout the year

Dalcour Maclaren is an equal opportunities employer.