Client Accountant - Fund Services

Oakbridge; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakbridge is seeking a diligent accounting professional to support the client accounting team. The role involves day-to-day bookkeeping, timely recording of transactions, and preparation of management accounts and statutory statements while upholding the company’s policies and regulatory requirements.

You will gain exposure to Fund and SPV accounting across diverse industries, assist with audits, and develop advanced Excel and accounting system skills (e.g., Investran, Q-Core).

Qualifications

• Studying towards professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Understanding of core accounting principles and financial reporting concepts; exposure to UK GAAP, IFRS and/or US GAAP is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform day to day bookkeeping activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately and in a timely manner.
• Prepare and self-review management accounts, statutory financial statements, capital statements and other ad hoc financial reports ensuring high-quality output with limited supervision
• Take responsibility for assigned client deliverables, coordinating with internal teams to ensure deadlines are met and reporting requirements are fulfilled
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentations

Skills

Accounting concepts

Analytical skills

Communication

Multitasking

Education

ACA/ACCA track or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Investran

Q-Core

Job description

This position will be expected to provide support to the client accounting team.

The candidate is expected to be proactive in their approach to ensure that they uphold the policies and procedures and reputation of the Company and has the responsibility of ensuring all work undertaken complies with the client’s constitutional documentation and relevant regulatory
requirements.

The role holder will have exposure to a wide breadth of corporate structures, including but not limited to Fund and SPV accounting across a broad variety of industries, involvement in complex acquisitions, sales and refinancing transactions, in addition to routine Jersey Holding company and General Partner reporting.

This role has plenty of opportunity for growth both personally and within the Company as they progress and increase their understanding of their clients and the industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform day to day bookkeeping activities, ensuring transactions are recorded accurately
  and in a timely manner
• Prepare and self-review management accounts, statutory financial statements, capital
  statements and other ad hoc financial reports ensuring high-quality output with limited
  supervision
• Take responsibility for assigned client deliverables, coordinating with internal teams to
  ensure deadlines are met and reporting requirements are fulfilled
• Prepare audit schedules and supporting documentations

Required Skills & Experience

• Studying towards professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent)
• Understanding of core accounting principles and financial reporting concepts; some exposure to UK GAAP, IFRS and/or US GAAP is beneficial.
• Experience preparing management accounts and supporting the production of financial
  statements.
• Strong attention to detail with a commitment to producing high-quality work.
• Developing analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret financial data and identify issues.
• Clear and confident communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with clients and colleagues.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise effectively and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Excel and willingness to develop advanced skills; experience with accounting systems or financial technologies (e.g., Investran, Q-Core) is helpful but not essential.
• Reliable and organised, with an ability to manage tasks and meet deadlines