Junior Fund Accountant Trainee

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency's client, a private wealth and fund administration provider, seeks a Trainee Fund Accountant based in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on accurate bookkeeping and financial reporting for a portfolio of clients under supervision, offering valuable early-career experience in financial services.

You will maintain records for corporate structures, assist in preparing financial statements, and support queries from clients, advisors, and auditors in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Strong numeracy and computer literacy.
• Positive attitude with willingness to learn.
• Commitment to quality client service.
• Team-oriented and flexible.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Interest in financial services career.

Responsibilities

• Ensure up-to-date and accurate bookkeeping of all fund and corporate structures.
• Prepare bank reconciliations for a portfolio of clients, analysing cash payments and receipts.
• Assist in the initial setup of entity, investor, and data cards in the accounting system under supervision.
• Support the delivery of financial statements and specialized reporting within client and regulatory timelines.
• Manage and resolve proactive queries raised by colleagues, clients, their advisors, and auditors.
• Provide exceptional service levels and enhance client experience throughout engagements.
• Adhere to internal workflows, policies, and procedures.

Skills

Numeracy

Computer literacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Itchyfeet Recruitment Agency's client, a private wealth and fund administration provider, seeks a Trainee Fund Accountant based in the United Kingdom. The role focuses on accurate bookkeeping and financial reporting for a portfolio of clients under supervision, offering valuable early-career experience in financial services.

You will maintain records for corporate structures, assist in preparing financial statements, and support queries from clients, advisors, and auditors in a collaborative,