- Location
- Jersey
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Finance
Description
Assistant Accountant
Department: Accounting
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Jersey
Reporting To: Accounts Manager
Description
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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.