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Senior Fund Accountant - Jersey or UK

South of UK, Guernsey, Jersey or Luxembourg

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44646

Published date:

2024-10-07

Summary

Role Title: Senior Accountant

Reporting to Client Accounting Manager.

About the role

Thepurposeofthisroleistodeliverclientaccountingdeliverablesforprivateequity,privatecredit and/or real estate fund structures.

What to expect taking your career to the next level at Belasko:

An entrepreneurial work culture where we promote talent & ideas.

Multicultural, diverse teams encouraging collaborative work.

Exposure to senior leaders within the business including the Group Commercial Director, Manager Directors and Head of Funds service line.

Excellent career and development opportunities focused on both technical and soft skills.

Opportunity to take ownership of accounting delivery for whole client relationships

A hybrid working environment offering flexibility and the possibility to work from home which is underpinned through predominantly office based working over crucial reporting delivery windows and when coaching team members.

We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.

Key responsibilities include:

Reviewing a range of financial transactions processed by bookkeepers;

Reviewing bank reconciliation and general ledger reconciliation;

Treasury and liquidity reporting;

Bridging facility management and compliance reporting;

Preparation & review of drawdown and distribution notices for the funds;

Supporting the tax advisor with the preparation & review of VAT and Corporate tax returns;

Completion of investor queries as a key part of investor relations support;

Preparation & review of periodic management accounts;

Preparation & review of quarterly investor reports;

Preparation & review of audited and unaudited annual accounts;

Working closely with other service providers such as auditors, tax advisors and lawyers;

Following firm’s risk management and quality control procedures at all times including adherence to checklists;

On the job training and supervision of junior members of team;

Working closely with manager on planning and resource allocation to meet agreed deliverables;

Project work to drive positive change and improvement to policies and procedures.

As experience increases you will have an opportunity to take on more responsibility in day to day running of a portfolio clients.

Qualifications & Experience:

ACA/ACCA qualified – 3 years PQE +

Prior experience in illiquid alternative investment funds administration, such as private equity, private debt and/or real estate funds.

Technical accounting experience for Private Capital Funds under FRS 102, IFRS, Lux GAAP and US GAAP preferred

Experience of the use of Allvue, Investran or eFront an advantage

Proficiency of Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Hands on experience in delivering high quality external reporting

Strong attention to detail, ability to prioritise and plan effectively

Skills Required:

Dynamic and motivated attitude;

Commitment to best-in-class standards;

Must be a self-starter & able to work independently;

Integrity, honesty and professionalism;

Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to deal effectively with all levels of staff and management within the Belasko Group as well as clients and third-party service providers;

Taking ownership for planning and structuring your delivery to achieve client deadlines;

You will be comfortable operating in a client facing environment, thriving under pressure to achieve deadlines;

Proactive, solution focused and self-sufficient;

Ability to achieve goals and deadlines whilst juggling different priorities.

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Digital Audit Manager

Jersey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44726

Published date:

2024-10-02

Manager or Junior Manager - Accounting

Guernsey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44699

Published date:

2024-09-18

Summary

JOB PROFILE

MANAGER – ACCOUNTING

Job Summary As a Manager at Offshore Commercial there will be a requirement to contribute to growing the business along with managing a portfolio of clients, ensuring the completion of accounting and managerial requirements. As a Manager the role will be to work closely with the senior management team and Directors to ensure all the accounting and financial reporting requirements of clients are met.

Key job responsibilities Accounting & Managerial Tasks;

• Develop & maintain strong relationships with clients, including understanding their business practices and specific financial reporting information needs

• Manage team members and their workflow to ensure timely delivery of weekly/monthly client deliverables

• Manage resourcing to ensure client service deadlines are achieved

• Support Directors with the implementation and communication of any new business strategy for existing clients, target clients and the internal business.

• Review weekly, monthly and quarterly management accounts/reporting packs

• Delegation of work to staff members as required

• Review of Financial Statements for Companies in accordance with FRS 102 or any other accounting standards as required.

• Cashflow management – reviewing aged payable and receivables

• Provide information for and manage the audit process for clients

• Assistance with ad-hoc financial reporting projects, budgets and forecasts

• Preparation, review and submission of VAT and Corporation Tax returns

• Manage relationships with governing bodies such as HMRC and companies house

• Implement efficient working practices and documents to improve quality of work and reduce time spent on tasks

• Perform appraisal process and performance management of employees in team

• Review weekly timesheets of the team

• Ensure assignments are completed within agreed budgets and timescales and identify opportunities for additional billings.

• Attend management meetings and provide sufficient input to achieving management goals

• Ensure all team members are achieving the client SLA requirements and that SLA’s are updated for changes in services provided

• Any other tasks as required by a Director

http://www.offshore.gg/

Business Development Tasks:

• Drive growth in the business through new and existing clients

• Promote all divisions of the Offshore Group to prospective clients / clients

• Keep up to date of businesses seeking Accounting / Bookkeeping

AML Obligations

• Completion of Annual AML training

• Identify and report any suspected AML concerns to the MLRO

• Prepare and Maintain AML file

Required skills and experience

• Previous experience in a senior accounting role with proven leadership experience.

• Relevant Financial Services, Real Estate and Commercial industry experience

• ACCA qualified (or the equivalent)

• Strong IT skills, including a good working knowledge of Excel and all Microsoft software.

• Previous experience using accounting software

• Proven people management skills

• Excellent organization skills and the ability to work to strict deadlines

• A flexible attitude to work and the ability to work as part of a small team

• Excellent written communication skills

http://www.offshore.gg/

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Bookkeeper

Elizabeth House, Guernsey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44677

Published date:

2024-09-09

Summary

Job Description

Job Title: Bookkeeper

Jurisdiction: Guernsey

Department: Accounting

About Us

Suntera Global is a multi-jurisdictional provider of fund, corporate and private wealth services. We believe in empowering responsible ambition through the professional delivery of fund, company and trust administration as well as outsourced compliance, escrow, accounting, and tax services. We have over 500 specialists supporting a global client base from offices in the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Hong Kong, the Isle of Man, Jersey, Luxembourg, Malta, and the US. For more information visit suntera.com.

About the Role

The Bookkeeper will support the Client Accounting Team by managing various bookkeeping tasks and maintaining accurate financial records. The role requires access to relevant systems and staff members, ensuring data is handled appropriately and clients receive fair and consistent service. The nature of the work undertaken requires the strictest levels of confidentiality and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide exemplary bookkeeping services for a range of client accounts as directed by the Head of Client Accounting, Senior Bookkeeper, Client Accountants, or Client Relationship Managers.
Perform day-to-day bookkeeping and accounting activities including:

- Posting of transactional information to the accounting system.

- Keeping records up to date within the accounting system.

- Investigating and resolving queries arising from transactional information.

- Completing regular reconciliations of financial information.

- Creating and maintaining files and databases for storing financial information and documents.

Handle postings related to investment portfolio transactions; private equity fund transactions; property holding portfolios; special and ad-hoc transactions; VAT postings; group accounting transactions, and cash.
Undertake any other ad-hoc tasks and responsibilities as assigned by your Manager.

About You

The following attributes would be advantageous in the role:

Previous experience in financial services.
Strong attention to detail.
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Excellent oral and written English.
Strong organisational and communication skills.

Ability to work to deadlines and meet and define KPIs.
Act as brand ambassador and role model for Suntera’s values of empowering responsible ambition.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a professional team and contribute to the evolution of our business processes. In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a performance-driven bonus, a comprehensive benefits package, and ample training and career development opportunities within our dynamic and rapidly growing group of companies.

Key People

The team members, line managers and hiring managers the candidate may interact with during the hiring process and on the job.

Sadie Bewey, Senior Bookkeeper
Dene Reardon, Head of Client Accounting
Stuart Simon, Finance Director

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Tax Senior

Guernsey

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44577

Published date:

2024-07-29

Summary

Tax Senior

Purpose: To assist the Tax team with the preparation of personal, company and trust tax returns and the provision of advisory services.

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for own portfolio of clients (mix of basic with some more complex clients), with assistance and guidance from Tax Management and Leadership Team.
Preparation of personal, company and trust tax returns for corresponding by letter, email and telephone.

o ensures accuracy and timely preparation to meet deadlines;
o ensures files are completed to a high standard before submission for review,
clearly highlighting any issues
o endeavours to exceed client expectations.

Preparation of supporting schedules by analysing backing documentation in a complete and thorough manner.
Responsible for the checking of assessments, statements of account and surcharge notices for accuracy and highlighting any anomalies.
Liaising with authorities regarding tax and social security queries and responding in an efficient and timely manner, developing knowledge over time and increasing confidence to deal with more complex issues.
Takes ownership of more advisory/research work, with the relevant management support.
Monitors own WIP and ensures a positive contribution is made to departmental billings.
Creates knowledge sharing opportunities for junior members of the team and supports Tax Associates in their learning and development tax law.
Delegates suitable work to Associates and controls/monitors the delivery of delegated work; reviews work of Associates where relevant before passing for review.
Development of technical knowledge and skills on current matters impacting compliance and advisory clients.
Understands client base and is able to build relationships to ensure client retention and growth.
Understands the firm’s products and services and identifies opportunities to cross-sell.
Acts as an ambassador of the firm, building relationships and promoting the firm at every opportunity to facilitate new business opportunities.

Skills:

Has excellent interpersonal and communication skills and has the confidence to deal with people at all levels.
Has the ability to apply knowledge and experience and display initiative and lateral thinking coupled with the ability to solve non-routine problems and analyse data from a variety of different sources.
Is a team player but also has the confidence to work alone on engagements coupled with a flexible attitude and a proactive approach to work and be willing to work additional hours to meet deadlines as necessary.
Possesses excellent organisational and time management skills and the ability to solve non routine problems and analyses data from a variety of difference sources.
Is motivated to perform and committed to effective client service.
To have attention to detail to ensure that the quality of work meets the company’s ethical and professional standards and supports organisational success.

Qualifications/Experience

Has at least three years’ relevant experience and holds a relevant professional qualification.

About Grant Thornton Limited

Grant Thornton Limited is one of the Channel Islands' leading accounting, tax and advisory firms dedicated to serving the needs of privately held businesses, financial services and private clients.

We offer a full range of audit, assurance, tax, insolvency, corporate recovery and advisory services.

As a member firm within the Grant Thornton International network, we have access to global member firms offering clients specialist local knowledge supported by international expertise and methodologies.

It is the people of Grant Thornton who differentiate us in an increasingly competitive global marketplace.

We aim to attract, retain and inspire the best people the marketplace has to offer - people who share our ambitions, have the right skills and competencies and want to make a difference!

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Assurance Manager - Relocation

Jamaica

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44356

Published date:

2024-04-30

Summary

Senior Associate - Assurance

Job Description & Summary

A career within External Audit services, will provide you with the opportunity to provide

a range of Assurance services and business advice to a variety of clients from small, fast

growing clients to large entities. Our clients are often well-known brands, and many

have broad international reach. We focus on using the latest technology to reduce the

level of manual testing ensuring you’ll focus on the most valuable areas of client service

and on enhancing corporate governance and the reliability of our clients’ information.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each

and every one of us at PwC needs to be an authentic and inclusive leader, at all

grades/levels and in all lines of service. To help us achieve this we have the PwC

Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of

expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency

on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now

and in the future.

As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve

complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and

responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

Use feedback and reflection to develop self-awareness, personal strengths and address

development areas.

Delegate to others to provide stretch opportunities and coach to help deliver results.

Develop new ideas and propose innovative solutions to problems.

Use a broad range of tools and techniques to extract insights from current trends in

business area.

Review your work and that of others for quality, accuracy and relevance.

Share relevant thought leadership.

Use straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing others.

Able to read situations and modify behavior to build quality, diverse relationships.

Uphold the firm’s code of ethics and business conduct.

Education

• Possess at least ACCA or CPA qualification and an undergraduate degree in

Accounting/Finance or equivalent but relevant area of study.

• Have at least two (2) years’ experience in external auditing

• Minimum of two years’ experience at the supervisory level

Travel Requirements

Up to 20%

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Senior Associate - Assurance - Relocation

Jamaica

Permanent

Full-time

Job ID:

44355