Senior Fund Accountant – Technical Accounting

Reports to Financial Reporting Manager

The purpose of this position is to support the client facing teams with their day-to-day accounting queries/updates and be the subject matter expert on relevant laws and regulations. In addition, provide help to our Regulatory Reporting Team with delivering regulatory reporting services to clients.

Technical accounting

• Act as the first point of contact for technical queries raised by the accounting teams
• Review the quarterly/annual financial statements prepared by the accounting teams to ensure the accuracy, consistency and completeness of the amounts and disclosures
• Review quarterly/annual financial statements as a part of cold review process to ensure the adherence of standard procedures and processes in financial reporting
• Be vigilant on accounting updates (standards, guidelines etc.), analyse the impact on current client structures and communicate with the accounting teams
• Attend client meetings and represent teams for any client specific technical accounting queries
• Interact with client facing and other support teams across the Group to help deliver the client demands/client relationship
• Assist client facing accounting teams to prepare/produce key accounting technical papers/review of those papers
• Assist with delivering technical accounting training sessions to client facing teams at all levels (Accountants)
• Perform ad-hoc reviews of complex accounting calculations (e.g. Carried Interest, Management fees, etc.) and advise client facing accounting teams on the findings
• Active participation in automation/process standardisation projects
• Regulatory reporting
• Under the direction of the Regulatory Reporting Manager, perform periodic FATCA/CRS, AIFMD, Economic Substance and other regulatory reporting for clients

Skills, knowledge, expertise:

0 – 2 years post qualification experience ideally with Big 4 supported by a relevant professional qualification (ACCA or ACA)

Sound technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)

Computer literacy, word processing and spreadsheet skills are essential

Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts

We will provide the training, both in-house for relevant technical knowledge and professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.

Job title: Assistant Financial Controller / Accounting Manager

About White Star Capital

White Star Capital is a global multi-stage technology investment platform with over $1bn in assets under management, that invests in exceptional entrepreneurs building ambitious, international businesses. Operating across Guernsey, London, Montreal, Toronto, New York, Paris, UAE, Singapore and Tokyo our presence, perspective, and people enable us to partner closely with our founders to help them scale internationally from Series A onwards. 

Job Description

The Assistant Financial Controller is a key member of the operations team, and will ideally be based in Guernsey (or possibly Montreal or London) and will support our international operations, reporting to the Global Financial Controller also based in Guernsey. The role will ensure robust day-to-day operation of the finances and producing management information.

• • Responsible for monthly and quarterly financial results for the management companies
  • Prepare consolidated financial statements
  • Maintain accounting journals and other records & reconciliations detailing financial transactions and liaise with external accounting service providers

• • Prepare payments & monitor cashflow
  • Responsible for quarterly and annual closing processes on a timely and accurate basis

• • Support the audit and tax preparation process
  • Prepare Sales Tax returns and GST returns, and liaise with external tax advisers
  • Assist with compliance with tax & accounting requirements in the various management company jurisdictions
  • Prepare variance analysis and reports for management and partners
  • Review Expense reports and manage the Expensify platform & expense policies
  • Coordinate with Payroll providers for monthly payroll cycles

Skills and Requirements

• 3 – 5 years experience in accounting, with a Chartered Accountancy qualification (or similar)
• Strong proficiency in Excel
• Excellent organizational skills with a self-starter mentality and strong attention to detail and analytical and problem-solving skills are a must, as well as excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to multi-task and adjust as business priorities change
• Knowledge of Xero, Syft and Expensify would be beneficial
• Passion for technology and PE/VC industry
• Bilingual (English/French) would be beneficial, but not a prerequisite

Benefits of the role

• Ability to work with a team of experienced VCs and professionals in an international environment
• Taking ownership of distinct projects that you will see through from start to finish
• Ability to build a unique understanding of VC and asset management industry
• Opportunity for career development as a result of a fast-growing global business
• Competitive compensation package
• Hybrid remote working policy and flexible hours

Job Title: Management Accounts Assistant

Department: Finance

Reporting to: Senior Finance Accountant

The Department:

The Finance Department is responsible for the Guernsey Branch’s operational and marketing expenditure

Purpose of the role:

The successful candidate will assist in aspects of the capture of branch expenditure and the payment authorisation process, as well as acting as a point of contact between the Finance Team and stakeholders throughout the organisation.

The Management Accounts Assistant is an integral role that will support and guide an international team during monthly, quarterly and year-end close cycles; be point for internal and external financial audits; coordinate internal control and operational policies; and other duties as assigned.

You will be responsible for:

Operational expenses:

• Reviewing Purchase Orders raised by internal stakeholders
• Review and capture of invoices from suppliers to ensure business requirements are met
• Distribution of invoices received to correct stakeholders

Accounting duties:

• Posting of operational accruals and prepayments
• Assist with updating monthly schedules and reconciliations
• Reviewing intercompany/intergroup invoices

Payment duties:

• Review operational payment requests and prepare payment requisitions
• Monitor outstanding operational payment requests and follow up with relevant stakeholders
• Upload payments runs to banking systems for approval and release
• Handle all payment related queries for operational expenses
• Send payment confirmation to suppliers
• Ensure status of operational payment requests are kept up to date

Treasury Functions:

• Weekly Bank Account Reconciliations
• Assist in preparing a weekly Cash Flow - Summarise all potential payments from Purchase Orders and Invoices received and update once payment has been made.

Ad Hoc:

• Provide cover for Marketing related processes as required

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The job holder may be required to complete any other reasonable duties in order to achieve business objectives.

Essential Criteria:

• Experience working in an accounting role
• Experience handling invoices, purchase ledger and cash flow
• General accounting system knowledge

• Advanced knowledge of Excel
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to plan and organise
• Able to handle large volumes of data

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience in Cash Flow management and Projections
• Microsoft Navision and/or MS Dynamics based accounting package experience preferable
• Understanding of banking systems
  

Person Specification:

• Analytical
• Detail oriented
• Self-starter
• Pressure resilient
• Deadline-driven
• Persistent
• Excellent planning and organisation skills

Senior Accountant Private Equity - (99388)

Description

About Northern Trust:

Northern Trust provides innovative financial services and guidance to corporations, institutions and affluent families and individuals globally. With 130 years of financial experience and nearly 20,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

As a Northern Trust employee (Partner), you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company that is committed to strengthening the communities we serve.

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you would benefit from adjustments for any part of the employment process, please inform the recruiter to discuss your individual requirements.

We recognize the value of inclusion and diversity in culture, in thought, and in experience, which is why Forbes ranked us the top employer for Diversity in 2018.

Role/ Department:

This is an opportunity for a qualified accounting candidate to join the largest department, within the largest fund administrator in Guernsey, thereby accessing a career path in the Private Equity space. The role will require the successful candidate to prepare, and assist in the preparation and initial review of the financial statements of entities administered by the Private Equity department in a timely, efficient and accurate manner adhering to the highest standards. The role will also include final level review and oversight for certain outsourced client accounting functions which will involve liaising with other Northern Trust offices to ensure high standards of service are maintained.

The key responsibilities of the role include:

• Responsible for ensuring accurate complex fund valuations, distributions, calls / drawdowns and other calculations
• Prepare financial reports ensuring conformity to professional and regulatory requirements. To include the review and maintenance of client general ledgers, trial balances, preparation of quarterly accounts and capital statements for private equity funds. To prepare Annual Accounts for Funds, GP’s, LPs and SPVs.
• Preparation of FRR and LRR calculations.
• Liaise with Compliance and file any FRR or LRR breach notifications.
• Research and prepare materials to support the development of new products or client opportunities
• Work collectively with management to ensure first class delivery of professional and efficient service to clients.
• Think outside the box to add value to the team and progress of direct reports.
• Look at ways to improve services and find resolutions to issues.
• Train and discuss accounting issues with Administration staff in order to ensure their understanding is sufficient to book-keep transactions appropriately within the team, with little supervision or need for amendment.
• Ensure all procedures are kept up to date and are adhered to on a daily basis
• Generate process and system enhancement ideas and co-ordinate the introduction of these changes, once approved by the department CSDM with supporting documented procedures

Qualifications

Skills/ Qualifications:

The successful candidate will benefit from having:

• The ideal candidate will hold an accounting qualification (ACA or ACCA preferred) and have gained knowledge of regulatory issues, book-keeping and technical accounting such as UK GAAP or IFRS
• Ability to keep up to date with all changes in Law and compliance
• Confidence in communicating directly with clients and stakeholders
• Advanced Excel Skills and knowledge on Investran would be an advantage
• Excellent oral and written communication skills are required. The role will require the ability to deal confidently and articulately with internal and external counterparties
• Analytical and problem solving skills are required
• Leadership and organizational skills are needed to prioritize assignments and provide feedback to staff
• Ability to set priorities and manage deadlines, escalating issues where necessary
• Good team player, self-starter, flexible, with the ability to work under pressure with minimal supervision.

Working with Us:

We’d love to learn more about how your interests and experience could be a fit with one of the world’s most admired and ethical companies. In return, we will support you with your personal and career goals in a number of ways:

Financial – Life Assurance, Disability Plan, Pension/ Gratuity, Annual Pay Review

Work Life Balance – Flexible Work Options, Incremental Annual Leave, Community Volunteer Days

Health & Wellbeing – Private Medical Insurance, Active Sports & Social clubs (lunchtime and after-work groups), Employee Assistance Program

Professional Development – Clear Career Path, Education Assistance, Recognition Programme, NT University (wide range of online, virtual & in-house training options) and employee-led Business Resource Councils dedicated to diversity and inclusion initiatives.

And Finally

We hope you’re excited about the role and the opportunity to work with us.

We value an inclusive workplace and understand flexibility means different things to different people.

Apply today and talk to us about your flexible working requirements and together we can achieve greater.

Finance Assistant Guernsey Office

JOB PURPOSE

To provide support to the management of the business by maintaining accurate accounting records in respect of the Group and to assist with the Group’s annual budgeting process. All tasks to be carried out efficiently and effectively, in accordance with Walkers' procedures. To assist in the day to day running of the Finance function for the region working alongside the Finance Manager, Head of Finance and Managing Partner.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily capture of supplier invoices and bank transactions
• Ensure all invoices are correctly addressed and appropriately approved in accordance with budgets
• Monthly nominal ledger reconciliations
• Set up of monthly payment batches, standing order and direct debits
• Analysis and capture of credit card transactions
• Assist with production of the monthly billing cycle
• Provide administrative support to the Finance Manager
• Maintain a structured filing system
• Maintain and update procedural documentation accordingly
• Responding to all queries in respect of the above

The list of activities is not exhaustive and may be amended from time to time depending upon the experience of the successful candidate

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

Previous experience desirable. Preferably working toward a professional qualification or wishes to work towards a professional qualification. Time barred accountants considered.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Works independently and as a team member;
• Working with conflicting and demanding deadlines;
• Accepts responsibilities;
• Excellent attention to details;
• Disciplined approach to work;
• Strong commitment to client service excellence;
• Communicated clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing, with people at all levels of understanding;
• Progressive and takes responsibility for self-development, in line with agreed annual performance objectives;
• To act at all times in accordance with Walkers values;
• Sense of humour and a willingness to learn.

IT SKILLS

Essential: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional Suite of products 2010

Desirable: Aderant

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability and willingness to occasionally work outside normal working hours/days when requested.