About the role
The purpose of this position is to carry out routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.
Key responsibilities
•Bookkeep funds, management companies and associated fund structures within the team
•Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and ad-hoc investor queries
•Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
•Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide supporting documentation evidencing transactions
•Maintain accurate records on eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
•Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns
•Assist and support the induction, integration and training of trainee staff
Skills, knowledge, expertise
•The candidate will be expected to be studying towards a relevant professional qualification (preferably having commenced ACCA Fundamental Skills level or ACA Professional level)
•Some technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)
•Computer literacy skills are essential
Training will be provided, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, benefits that may be offered for permanent roles include:
•Discretionary bonus scheme
•Flexible, hybrid working
•Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
•Generous holiday allowance
•Pension scheme
•Private medical insurance, including eye care
•Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
•Worldwide travel insurance
•Health and wellbeing programmes
•On-site parking
