Role: Client Accountant – January 2026 Start
Sector: Communications Agency
Location: Central London
Permanent: Hybrid 3 days working in the office
Salary: £30,000 – £34,000+ Study Support
Reference: VisionFR 3228
VisionFR is delighted to be seeking a Client Accountant on behalf of our client an exceptional leading international communications agency. They are a vibrant agency and love what they do. This is a terrific opportunity for a Client Accountant looking to further their knowledge and grow in a highly creative environment as part of the finance function.
Client Accountant Key responsibilities
- Raising sales invoices accurately and timely in line with client contractual agreements
- New client setup & job codes
- Managing aged debtors with follow ups and reporting
- Supporting the commercial team in managing accrued and deferred income ensuring that Purchase Orders and billing instructions are chased in a timely manner
- Ensuring that all projects are reconciled highlighting budget overages and underspends in a timely manner
- WIP management
- Preparation of Working Capital reports for the Board Pack with detailed notes against overdue items
- Responding to agency queries regarding client finances
- Assisting with management accounts at month end
- Maintain accurate Treasury records and report on daily movements, update Cashbook
- Business partnering with key members of the Senior leadership team providing financial support across several key clients
- Audit support as required
- Assisting with monitoring and managing the finance inbox regarding sales ledger emails, ensuring timely action and proper filing
- Training the wider agency on commercial awareness and empowering budget keepers to be able to view projects on a real time basis within Paprika
Client Accountant Key Attributes Required:
- 1 year previous accounting experience including sales ledger activities (WIP management, invoicing, accrued & deferred income exposure)
- Confident communicator & Proactive
- Solid foundational accounting and finance knowledge
- Strong numerical accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, SUMIF)
- Confident working independently and as part of a team with excellent organisational skills
- Previous use of Paprika desirable
- Studying towards a ACCA/CIMA qualifications desirable
- Experience working in an agency environment (PR, Advertising, Marketing)
VisionFR is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and eliminating unlawful discrimination within our workforce and whilst fulfilling our Client recruitment needs.
Due to the high level of applications being received if you do not hear from us within 5 working days, please assume your application has not been successful on this occasion, usually due to other candidates having more relevant sector exposure, qualifications or required skills. We thank you for your interest.
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