Junior Accountant, Capital Markets & SPVs (Hybrid)

CSC; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

CSC in London is seeking a Trainee Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting for SPVs and capital markets transactions. You will work with qualified accountants and senior managers to prepare accounts and assist audits under IFRS and local GAAP.

This role is ideal for an organised graduate based in London who is committed to pursuing ACCA and gaining exposure to securitisations and capital markets. It offers a hybrid work pattern with 3 days onsite.

Qualifications

• Degree in Accounting, Finance or related discipline (2:1 preferred).
• Commitment to pursue ACCA qualification within the next three years.
• Basic accounting knowledge including debits/credits and double-entry bookkeeping.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise deadlines.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Collaborative team player with a client-focused demeanour.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Interest in capital markets, securitisations or SPV accounting.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of trial balances and draft financial statements for a portfolio of SPVs.
• Post journal entries for cash, accruals, prepayments, revenue and expenses; perform reconciliations.
• Support preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts and routine client deliverables.
• Assist senior accountants and managers during external audits, preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries.
• Help prepare and file VAT and Corporation Tax returns and support iXBRL tagging of financials as required.
• Liaise with clients, auditors and service providers to progress deliverables and resolve queries.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Europe, Asia and the US to support global processes.
• Participate in ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build familiarity with capital markets products, SPV structures and regulatory requirements.

Skills

ACCA pathway

MS Office

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Capital markets interest

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance (2:1 preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

CSC in London is seeking a Trainee Accountant to support accounting and financial reporting for SPVs and capital markets transactions. You will work with qualified accountants and senior managers to prepare accounts and assist audits under IFRS and local GAAP.

This role is ideal for an organised graduate based in London who is committed to pursuing ACCA and gaining exposure to securitisations and capital markets. It offers a hybrid work pattern with 3 days onsite.