Qualified Accountant – Capital Markets Team

Vantru; Newry; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Vantru is seeking an ambitious accountant to join our Capital Markets team. The successful candidate will work closely with senior staff to deliver accounting and related services to capital markets clients, gaining experience across a range of structures and services.

This role offers development opportunities and the chance to build relationships with clients and professionals through industry events domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with strong client service and financial reporting background.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in an accounting firm or financial services.
• Experience with S110 SPVs, aircraft leasing or similar structures.
• Strong technical accounting knowledge and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of capital markets and aviation leasing clients, acting as their main contact for accounting services.
• Set up/maintain the general ledger for new and existing clients.
• Prepare annual financial statements and management accounts under Irish GAAP or IFRS.
• Coordinate annual statutory audits to meet obligations.
• Provide technical guidance on accounting issues as they arise.
• Prepare periodic management accounts and other reporting deliverables.
• Assist with VAT, Corporation Tax returns and iXBRL tagging.
• Support banking administration and processing of payments.
• Work with the team to deliver process improvements.

Skills

Client service

Financial reporting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

ACA or ACCA

Job description

Job Title

Due to the continued growth of our business, we are seeking to recruit an ambitious accountant to join our Capital Markets team. The successful candidate will work as part of a small team under the direction of our senior management team.

This is a diverse and interesting role, with excellent opportunities for development and career progression. The successful candidate will work closely with senior staff to deliver accounting and related services to our capital markets’ clients, gaining experience with a diverse range of structures and services.

There will be opportunities to grow your network and build relationships with clients and other professionals through attendance at industry events domestically and internationally.

We offer ongoing opportunities for further study and professional development which meet the needs and demands of the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of capital markets and aviation leasing clients, acting as their main point of contact for accounting related services
• Develop an understanding of clients’ activities through transaction research and document review in order to set up/maintain the general ledger for new and existing clients
• Prepare annual financial statements and management accounts in accordance with Irish GAAP or IFRS
• Schedule and coordinate the annual statutory audit of client companies to ensure all statutory and contractual obligations are met
• Provide technical guidance on ad hoc accounting, reporting, and technical queries as they arise, such as going concern, impairment, ECL
• Prepare periodic management accounts and other reporting deliverables as required
• Prepare and file quarterly FVC/SPV returns with the Central Bank of Ireland
• Prepare and file VAT returns, Corporation Tax returns and iXBRL tagged financials
• Assist with banking administration and processing of payment instructions
• Work with the wider accounting and corporate services team to deliver process improvements

Additional Information

The Ideal Candidate Will Possess

• Qualified accountant (ACA or ACCA) with a strong background in client service and financial reporting
• 3+ years of relevant experience in an accounting firm or a financial services company
• Strong technical accounting knowledge; with previous experience of preparing or auditing accounts of S110 SPVs, aircraft leasing or similar structures
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational and planning skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients and colleagues at all levels
• A professional attitude with the ability to use your own initiative
• Resilient and able to work under pressure managing multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• A proactive approach to problem-solving
• Quality focused and commercially minded with the ability to deliver excellent service
• Proficient in Microsoft applications with strong IT skills.

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