Charterhouse (Accountants) Limited
Senior Client Advisor – 12-Month FTC
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Business Support Unit (BSU) | Hybrid | Flexi Time
At Charterhouse, we’re more than accountants – we’re trusted advisors, partners and problem-solvers. We’re looking for an experienced Senior Client Advisor to join our Business Support Unit (BSU) on a 12-month fixed-term contract covering maternity leave.
The Role
- You’ll take responsibility for servicing, growing and improving the profitability of your own client portfolio, delivering high-quality accounting services while building strong client relationships.
- Working independently and alongside the BSU Manager, you’ll also review work, support Client Directors and contribute to the training and development of more junior team members.
What you’ll be doing
- Manage and develop your own portfolio of clients, delivering a high-quality, commercially focused service.
- Prepare, review and deliver work, including:
- Limited company accounts, mostly in accordance with FRS 102 Section 1A, and Corporation Tax returns
- Bookkeeping and VAT return processing, including registrations, de-registrations and HMRC communication.
- Other relevant accounting and compliance services.
- Review accounts and bookkeeping work completed by more junior team members.
- Support Client Directors with accounts, bookkeeping, VAT and other services for existing and prospective clients.
- Contribute to portfolio performance reporting and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and profitability.
- Contribute ideas and recommendations to improve the wider BSU scope of work and delivery of services.
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What you’ll bring
Essential
- ACA, ACCA or AAT qualified, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Proven experience managing your own client portfolio and building strong client relationships.
- Strong experience preparing and reviewing accounts.
- Good knowledge of FRS 102 Section 1A, limited company accounts and corporation tax.
- Experience with bookkeeping and VAT, including HMRC communication.
- Experience with Xero and Dext software.
- Strong organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams.
Desirable
- Experience with Non-Residential Landlords (NRL)
- Experience with LLP accounts and sole traders.
- Experience completing tax returns.
- Experience using CCH.
- Experience reviewing, coaching or developing junior team members.
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What’s in it for you?
🚀 Career Growth – Take ownership of a varied portfolio and develop your technical skills.
🤝 Trusted Advisor – Build strong client relationships and provide practical, commercially focused advice.
🌱 Supportive Culture – Work with a collaborative, values-driven team that invests in your development.
🏡 Hybrid & Flexible Working – 9am–5.30pm, flexi time and the ability to work from home part of the week.
🎉 Flexible Bank Holidays – Celebrate them when they matter to you.
💰 Financial Security – Free access to a wealth management adviser.
☕ Modern & Social – Professional office in central Harrow, plus regular social events and great local amenities.
Salary
£43,000 – £53,000
At Charterhouse, we’re committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups.
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