Senior Fund Accountant
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Finance
- Location
- England, Hampshire, Southampton
- Salary
- £40000 - £45000 per annum
- Posted
- 15 Apr 2021
- Closes
- 22 Apr 2021
- Ref
- JN -102020-1237727
- Contact
- Thomas Tully
- Job Title
- Financial Accountant
- Category
- Banking and Financial Services
- Experience Levels
- Qualified Accountant
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
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.
Client Details
Our client is a rapidly growing finance function within the Financial Services sector. Offering a great amount of exposure to a thriving growing business.
Description
+ Bookkeep a complex range of funds, management companies and associated fund structures and
liaise with clients and intermediaries as necessary
+ Complete all aspects of accounting matters for a portfolio of fund structures, including the
preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and adhoc
investor queries
+ Deal with the completion of routine audit queries
+ Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide supporting documentation evidencing
transactions are completed within a robust control environment
+ Maintain accurate records on eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects
of accounting
+ Ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices and other payments
+ Act as a mentor to junior staff under the supervision of senior staff
Profile
The candidate will be expected to be fully qualified with a relevant professional qualification (preferably ACA or ACCA)
+ Experience of accounts preparation in Excel from source documents along with experience of
reviewing financial statements prepared by others is desirable.
+ Sound technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)
+ Experience in a fast-moving team would be beneficial
+ Computer literacy skills are essential
Job Offer
Great Package, Fantastic culture as well as plenty of opportunity for progression. This role will be ideal for a newly qualified accountant looking to advance their career.