Purpose of the role:
You will be part of a friendly, professional team providing accounting services to a range of private equity client entities of Governance Services (Jersey, Guernsey, UK and Cayman) with a particular emphasis on bookkeeping and maintenance of accurate accounting records.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records in the client entity database (Viewpoint)
- Assist with the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements including complex accounting work
- Prepare periodic reports, capital account statements, net asset valuations, including equalisations adjustments, as required
- Ensure that you have a detailed understanding of the transactions you are dealing with and liaise with your line manager as required
- Work with colleagues to ensure client expectations and accounting deadlines are properly managed
- Collaborate with client administration and other colleagues providing explanations, advice and accounting support as and when required
Skills required:
- Part qualified ACCA/ACA, currently studying 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 of accounting systems, particularly Viewpoint would be an advantage
- Good working knowledge of Excel