Corporate Accountant

Systematica Investments; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Jersey is seeking a Corporate Accountant to join their Finance team. This position involves financial reporting, regulatory compliance, and overseeing finance operations. The ideal candidate will have experience in financial services, advanced Excel skills, and be a qualified accountant. Excellent benefits, including private medical insurance and competitive salaries, are offered.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Competitive salary

Bonus and pension scheme

Free drinks and snacks at the office

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or asset management.
• Proficiency in finance systems like SAP.
• Familiarity with regulatory environments (e.g., UK FCA).

Responsibilities

• Deliver timely financial reports and analysis.
• Prepare regulatory submissions ensuring compliance.
• Oversee finance operations including payables and receivables.
• Lead budgeting and forecasting efforts.

Skills

Financial services experience

Advanced Excel skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of UK GAAP

Education

Degree or equivalent

Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Corporate Accountant

Department: Corporate Accounting & Tax

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Jersey

Description

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Corporate Accountant to join our Finance team in our Jersey head office. Whether you are early in your career or bring years of experience, this role offers opportunities to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. We value a mindset of continuous learning, openness to innovation, and strong aptitude for leveraging technology to enhance processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Financial Reporting & Analysis

• Deliver accurate and timely monthly financial reports, ensuring compliance with internal controls, policies, and procedures.
• Provide insightful analysis to support departmental heads in decision-making and planning.
• Contribute to the enhancement of management reporting through innovative tools and data visualization.

2. Regulatory & Compliance Reporting

• Prepare regulatory submissions across key jurisdictions (e.g., Jersey FSB, UK FCA, Swiss, Singapore), ensuring compliance and timely delivery.
• Monitor changes in regulations and implement necessary adjustments to reporting processes

3. Financial Statements & Audit Management

• Assist with or lead the preparation of financial statements for multiple jurisdictions, including group consolidation.
• Liaise with external auditors, managing the audit process to ensure smooth and efficient completion.

4. Finance Operations

• Oversee or contribute to core finance operations, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, treasury, and cash management.
• Ensure payments are processed accurately, cash positions reconciled, and credit control functions performed effectively.

5. Budgeting & Forecasting

• Support or lead the preparation of annual budgets and forecasts, providing analysis of variances and recommendations to stakeholders.

6. Process Improvement & Innovation

• Identify opportunities to improve and automate finance processes, leveraging modern tools and technologies.
• Stay informed on industry trends to drive efficiency and innovation within the finance function.

7. Project Work & Ad Hoc Tasks

• Contribute to cross-functional projects such as system upgrades, process optimization, and implementation of new tools.
• Take on additional responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Finance.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Core Requirements:

• Experience in financial services or asset management (e.g., hedge funds, private equity, or banking).
• Advanced Excel skills, with the ability to analyse and model financial data.
• Proficiency in finance systems (e.g., SAP or equivalent) is advantageous.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS; familiarity with US GAAP or other standards (e.g., Singapore GAAP, Chinese GAAP) is a plus.

Preferred Attributes:

• A mindset for innovation, with a focus on improving processes and adopting new tools.
• Strong communication skills to present financial data to a variety of stakeholders.
• Curiosity and a passion for learning, regardless of experience level.
• Familiarity with regulatory environments (e.g., Jersey FSB, UK FCA) is an asset.

Educational & Professional Qualifications

• Educated to degree (or equivalent) level or higher; and
• Qualified Accountant (CIMA, ACCA, ACA or Similar).

Benefits

Systematica Investments provides you with excellent benefits from day 1. We provide private medical insurance for you and your immediate family. We offer competitive salaries combined with an attractive bonus and pension plus free drinks and snacks at the office.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

• £90000 - £115000 per annum + strong co bens and bonus scheme
• £90000 - £115000 per annum + strong co bens and bonus scheme