Purpose of the role:
You will work closely with the senior leaders and other members of the global Client Accounting team, on the provision of accounting services to a range of client entities of Governance Services (Jersey, Guernsey, UK and Cayman).
Responsibilities:
- Effectively manage the day to day activities of staff reporting to you, ensuring work is planned and allocated in order to meet client requirements including deadlines
- Collaborate with colleagues across all accounting locations, providing explanations, advice and accounting support as and when required
- Ensure work is completed efficiently and cost effectively
- Ensure timely update of central accounts status records for deadline monitoring and reporting purposes
- Adhere to policies and guidance on individual team member objective setting, periodic performance reviews and development plans
- Prepare and review accurate and timely financial statements including complex accounting work
- Prepare and review monthly, quarterly and semi-annual reports
Skills required:
- Qualified ACCA/ACA or qualified by relevant experience with good up to date technical knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS, including practical application
- Knowledge of US GAAP would be an advantage
- Previous experience in accounting systems, particularly Viewpoint and Yardi would be an advantage
- Professional, pro-active and service orientated approach
- Discretion and demonstrates good judgement