About the BusinessA large, well-established services business based in Birmingham city centre is seeking a Client Accountant to join its finance team. This super flexible role offers the opportunity to take ownership of client accounting across a complex portfolio within a commercial, fast-paced environment.Main Duties:As a Client Accountant, your main duties include:Own the month-end close process, including preparation and review of accounts, journals, and reportingManage the monthly close timetable, ensuring all deliverables are completed accurately and on timeLead IFRS 16 lease accounting across a complex, multi-entity property portfolioPrepare, review, and sign off month-end journals and reports prior to submissionSupport budgeting, forecasting, and wider financial planning activitiesOversee VAT reporting and compliance, including Non-Resident Landlord obligationsSupport the implementation and ongoing operation of financial controls and SOC reportingReview and approve monthly governance packs in collaboration with senior stakeholdersDrive automation and continuous improvement to improve efficiency and data qualityEnsure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and stakeholder requirementsContribute to the development of people, processes, systems, and reporting frameworksProvide support on ad-hoc finance, audit, and reporting requirements as neededLocation / Office / CultureThe role is based in modern offices in Birmingham city centre, offering a hybrid work