Client Accounting - Team Lead - HYBRID 2 DAYS

Manpower is seeking to recruit a Team Lead Client Accountant who will report to the Client Accounting Managers. The Team Lead will manage a portfolio of clients, build strong relationships, and mentor junior team members.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support junior team members; review their work and resolve technical accounting queries.
• Oversee management accounts, VAT returns, and annual audit processes for your client portfolio.
• Ensure all client deadlines and statutory requirements are met across the team.
• Review financial statements and complex disclosures, as well as VAT returns prepared by others.
• Hold regular team catch-ups and champion best practices, procedures, and training needs.
• Liaise with management, internal departments, auditors, and clients to ensure a high-quality service.
• Support new business opportunities and participate in client meetings.
• Assist with compliance monitoring, performance appraisals, and occasional article writing for the company website.
• Perform any other duties related to the role.

• Requirements

• Fully qualified accountant with at least 2+ years of senior experience in client accounting.
• Strong technical knowledge in client accounting, VAT, and related areas.
• Excellent English communication skills.
• Proficient in Excel, Outlook, Word, and SAGE.
• Ethical, organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
• Social, collaborative, and comfortable in a dynamic environment.

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