Our client is seeking an accomplished Assistant Manager Accountant to support their Fund & Corporate Services team. This role is integral to delivering expert accounting and reporting services to a diverse portfolio of corporate and fund clients. The successful candidate will manage day-to-day fund and corporate accounting duties, ensuring compliance with IFRS and UK GAAP. This full-time position demands a self-motivated individual who can thrive under pressure and work independently.
Job Duties:
- Responsible for the day-to-day Fund & Corporate Accounting activities.
- Prepare and review monthly and quarterly management accounts as well as annual statutory accounts.
- Attend Board Meetings to present quarterly and annual financial statements.
- Ensure all M&A and LPA client deadlines are met.
- Prepare and/or review monthly valuations, reconciliations of fund drawdowns and distributions.
- Prepare and/or review Fund investor capital statements as required.
- Lead and manage the audit process, maintaining audit files and liaising with auditors.
- Serve as the day-to-day contact for clients and other external parties.
- Review all quarterly or annual financial statements in line with UK GAAP and/or IFRS or other relevant accounting standards.
- Manage and supervise junior team members, including their KPIs and workload.
- Assist in the onboarding of new clients and transactional work as directed.
- Efficiently manage workload, driving more effective processes and meeting budget targets.
- Coach, mentor, and supervise junior team members, including setting objectives and conducting periodic appraisals.
- Engage in ad hoc project work as directed by the Fund & Corporate Services Director.
Job Requirements:
- Professional approach with a strong team player mentality.
- Enthusiastic, with strong IT skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- A minimum of 6 years’ experience in a funds and/or corporate environment.
- Strong technical understanding of IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Ability to deliver on time under pressure.
- Self-motivated and proactive, with excellent prioritisation skills.
- Recognised accounting qualification (ACCA, CA, ACA).
- Experience in complex fund structures is essential.
- Real estate experience is desirable.
- Familiarity with Navision or Investran is a plus.
What You’ll Love:
Our client prides itself on being a leading provider of outsourced corporate, fund, and private client administration. With a rich history of innovative solutions tailored to clients' needs, they offer an exciting and dynamic environment where expertise is celebrated and professional growth is encouraged. The team is dedicated to delivering exceptional service to a sophisticated global clientele, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
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