Fund Accountant - Private Equity

Aztec Group

  • Southampton
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 26 days ago
Reports to the Financial Reporting ManagerThe purpose of this position is to assist with the routine day-to-day accounting and administration of a variety of corporate entities and trusts acting as Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) within fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.What you'll be doing
  • Complete all aspects of the accounting of corporate entities and trusts including bookkeeping, interim and annual accounts preparation and ad hoc reporting and liaise with clients as necessary
  • Deal with routine audit queries
  • Assist with some aspects of company secretarial matters including the preparation of filings for companies house and other regulatory bodies
  • Assist with training of Trainee Accountants
  • Act as a mentor to junior staff
  • Establish good working relationships with clients
  • Undertake routine office and clerical tasks where necessary
  • Maintain accurate client records within Viewpoint and other company systems
What we're looking for
  • The candidate will be expected to be studying towards a relevant professional qualification (preferably having commenced ACCA Fundamental Skills level or ACA Professional level)
  • 1-2+ years relevant Accounting experience is preferred
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
  • Computer literacy skills are essential
We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also for professional qualifications to enhance both your professional development and ability to provide sound administration services. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients are at the heart of what we do.Who are we?Aztec Group has come a long way since first opening its doors in Jersey back in 2001. Our size and reach may have changed, but one thing that hasn't is our identity - we're proud to be a truly independent, owner-managed business that puts our people and clients at the centre of everything we do.We understand that everyone will put value on different things and that's why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. Here are some of the core benefits for all our people:
  • Competitive salary
  • Discretionary bonus scheme
  • Flexible, hybrid working
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Pension scheme
  • Private medical insurance, including eye care
  • Permanent health insurance
  • Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
  • Worldwide travel insurance
  • Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
  • Regular social events
  • Health and wellbeing programmes
  • On-site parking
  • Significant investment into your personal and professional development

Aztec Group