Associate Client Accountant

CSC

Trainee Accountant in Capital Markets Europe team, supporting accounting and financial reporting for Special Purpose Vehicles. Collaborating with qualified accountants to develop technical skills under IFRS and local GAAP.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeLondon • 🇬🇧 United KingdomJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with preparation of trial balances and draft financial statements (including notes) for a portfolio of SPVs.
Post journal entries for cash, accruals, prepayments, revenue and expenses; perform reconciliations.
Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts and routine client deliverables.
Assist senior accountants and managers throughout the external audit process, preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
Help prepare and file VAT and Corporation Tax returns and support iXBRL tagging of financials as required.
Liaise professionally with clients, auditors and third-party service providers to progress deliverables and resolve queries.
Collaborate with colleagues across Europe, Asia and the US to support global processes and knowledge sharing.
Participate in ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Build familiarity with capital markets products, SPV structures and regulatory requirements relevant to the role.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline (2:1 preferred).
Commitment to pursue ACCA qualification within the next three years.
Basic accounting knowledge including debits/credits and double-entry bookkeeping.
Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines.
High attention to detail, conscientious approach and good problem-solving ability.
Collaborative team player with a professional, client-focused demeanour.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
Interest in capital markets, securitisations or SPV accounting

Benefits

Comp & perks

CSC offers a range of support to colleagues with disabilities, ensuring people have the necessary resources to thrive in their roles.
Annual success-sharing bonuses or commission plans based on individual performance.
Global career opportunities and excellent benefits.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Accounting KnowledgeDouble-Entry BookkeepingJournal Entry PostingReconciliationVAT Returns PreparationCorporation Tax ReturnsIXBRL TaggingManagement Accounts PreparationAudit SupportSPV Accounting

Soft Skills

Organisational SkillsProblem-Solving AbilityTeam CollaborationClient-Focused DemeanourAttention to Detail

Certifications

ACCA Qualification Commitment