Fund Accounting Officer

Alter Domus; Saint Helier; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ACCA study support

Flexible holidays

Birthday leave

Mentoring

Employee Share Plan

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Sports & social events

Job summary

Alter Domus in Jersey is seeking an entry-level accounting assistant to support a Senior Officer with accounting services, cash management, and bookkeeping for funds and entities. You will assist with management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.

You will liaise with tax advisors on compliance, respond to client tax planning queries with external advisors, and be part of a team working to tight reporting deadlines.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (Maths/English preferred)
• A-Levels or University Degree
• Studying towards ACCA or ACA (costs supported)

Responsibilities

• Aiding a Senior Officer in delivering accounting services.
• Cash management and regular client cash reconciliations.
• Bookkeeping and reporting for companies, funds and fund structures.
• Preparation of management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Assist with audit queries.
• Liaising with tax advisors for ongoing tax compliance responsibilities.
• Responding to client tax planning requests with external advisors when needed.
• Work with a team of qualified and trainee accountants to meet reporting deadlines.

Skills

Excel

Word

Teamwork

Client relations

Initiative

Education

GCSEs

A-Levels/University Degree

ACCA/ACA (studying)

Job description

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As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Aiding a Senior Officer in the delivery of all accounting services to certain clients.
• Conducting effective cash management of client entities and undertaking regular cash reconciliations.
• Assisting with the bookkeeping and reporting of companies, funds and associated fund structures.
• Assisting with the preparation of client entities management accounts and financial statements under UK GAAP or IFRS.
• Assist with the completion of audit queries.
• Liaising with tax advisors in respect of ongoing tax compliance responsibilities.
• Responding to clients' requests in terms of tax planning in close collaboration with external tax advisors, if needed.
• Being part of a team of part or fully qualified accountants and ensuing all reporting deadlines are adhered too.
  

YOUR PROFILE

• You will be educated to the equivalent of 5 GCSE’s (equivalent of grades 5 to 9 in Maths and English preferred), A-Level’s or University Degree.
• Studying or be prepared to study towards a recognised professional qualification, such as ACCA or ACA (study costs fully supported by Alter Domus)
• Knowledge or previous experience in fund or corporate services accounting will be considered as an asset (but not essential).
• Ambitious with a high level of energy and commitment.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet a range of deadlines.
• You possess team spirit, a willingness and capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate.
• High level of IT literacy with strong Excel and Word skills.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan

Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Equity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.