Assistant Accountant

 Job Description:

The individual will work in a team servicing the needs of a portfolio of clients. There will be a number of responsibilities as outlined below;

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintenance of all electronic and paper files for allocated clients;
  • Preparation of bank reconciliations for all client accounts;
  • Bookkeeping on SUN systems for allocated Fund structures (RE & PE), companies and trusts;
  • Preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts for allocated clients;
  • Preparation of Investor capital accounts;
  • Preparation of ad hoc Investor queries and confirmations;
  • Preparations of annual Financial Statements (UK GAAP/IFRS, audited & unaudited);
  • Supporting senior staff throughout the audit process;
  • Assisting with team projects including updates to processes and record keeping procedures;
  • Preparation of VAT returns.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Person Specification

  • Excellent prioritisation, organisational, and interpersonal skills;
  • A strong 'Can Do' attitude;
  • The ability to work as part of a team to achieve agreed deliverables;
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks with excellent time management skills;
  • Produce accurate work under the pressure of tight deadlines and lead by example;
  • Have an approachable and dedicated demeanour;
  • Be self-motivating, adaptable and flexible in approach to work.

Qualifications

  • Educated to at least A level standard or equivalent (3 Grades A-C / 9-4), and GCSE Mathematics and English (Grades A-C / 9-4), and a willingness to study towards a relevant professional qualification.

Skills and Experience

  • Previous bookkeeping and accounting knowledge/qualifications desired but not essential;
  • Wishes to start studying toward ACCA;
  • Relevant practical work experience would be an advantage;
  • Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers and clients;
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations;
  • Intermediate / advanced excel and word skills required;
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
  • Numeracy and good written skills.