Finance Manager

Rutherford Cross; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fund and corporate services business in Edinburgh is seeking a CA-qualified accountant to manage crucial financial activities. The role involves working closely with clients on fund management and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This is a significant opportunity for career progression within a rapidly growing organization that values professional development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) is essential.
• Minimum 2 years relevant industry experience.
• Ability to interact confidently with various stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Review quarterly management accounts and forecasts for clients.
• Liaise with fund managers on capital calls and drawdowns.
• Ensure accuracy of financial reports and compliance with deadlines.

Skills

Fund accounting

Client relationship management

Regulatory compliance

Financial reporting

Education

CA Qualified

Job description

Rutherford Cross is excited to partner with a fast-growing fund & corporate services business as they are looking to grow their team in Edinburgh. The business's projected growth provides a clear path of progression and opportunity.

Role Responsibilities:

• Review quarterly management accounts and forecasts for clients, discussing with them directly as required.
• Liaise with fund managers regarding investor capital calls and drawdowns, including forex transactions, and take action when necessary.
• Build strong relationships with fund managers by providing excellent service and understanding their evolving needs to find solutions.
• Ensure all accounting and performance reports are accurate and delivered on time.
• Review fund drawdown, equalisation, and distribution calculations. Communicate these to investors, along with their tax returns and annual accounts as required.
• Review statutory trust, small company, limited liability partnership, and limited partnership accounts, ensuring all disclosures are correct. Liaise with auditors and tax advisers for timely filing.
• Review VAT returns and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines.
• Challenge clients and auditors appropriately to uphold good governance and best practices for each fund.

Qualifications & Preferences:

• CA Qualified
• At least 2 years of relevant industry experience
• Enthusiastic to learn and confident in dealing with all levels of seniority
• Experience in fund accounting and statutory accounts for limited companies and partnerships is beneficial but not essential.

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, or maternity.