Fund Accountant, Real Assets

Aztec Group; Fareham; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Work abroad 3 wks

Holiday allowance

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Travel insurance

Wellbeing programs

On-site parking

Job summary

Aztec Group, based in the United Kingdom, is seeking a funds accountant to carry out routine day-to-day bookkeeping of fund structures under a Financial Reporting Manager. The role focuses on accurate reporting, reconciliation, and timely investor statements.

You will assist in tax returns, audits, and regulatory reporting, leveraging Yardi and eFront with strong Excel skills. The position offers hybrid working and opportunities to progress ACCA/ACA credentials.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance
• Currently studying ACCA or ACA and ideally part-qualified
• Between 2 - 4 years relevant experience, exposure to Real Assets industry and knowledge of Propco is advantageous
• An understanding and exposure to Lux GAAP and IFRS is beneficial
• Computer literacy skills are essential
• Exposure to regulatory reporting is advantageous (BCL, CSSF reporting)

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of the bookkeeping of funds, management companies and associated fund structures
• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and ad hoc requests
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Maintain accurate records on Yardi, eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns

Skills

Accounting

ACCA/ACA study

Financial reporting

Excel proficiency

Education

Accounting degree

ACCA/ACA ongoing

Tools

Yardi

eFront

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Aztec, we’re committed to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to grow. We know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthen our business and we welcome applications from all individuals. So, if your experience doesn’t exactly match with every part of the job description, but you are excited about the role, we would still like to hear from you. If you are passionate, curious, innovative and data driven, you could still be a good fit.

About The Role

Reports to Financial Reporting Manager

The purpose of this position is to carry out routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of the bookkeeping of funds, management companies and associated fund structures
• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and ad hoc requests
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Maintain accurate records on Yardi, eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns

Skills, Knowledge, Expertise

• Relevant degree in Accounting, Economics or Finance
• Currently studying ACCA or ACA and ideally part-qualified
• Between 2 - 4 years relevant experience, exposure to Real Assets industry and knowledge of Propco is advantageous
• An understanding and exposure to Lux GAAP and IFRS is beneficial
• Computer literacy skills are essential
• Exposure to regulatory reporting is advantageous (BCL, CSSF reporting)

Benefits

We understand that everyone has different needs, and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. In addition to a competitive salary, here are some examples of the benefits that we may offer for our permanent roles:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance, including eye care
• Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• On-site parking