Senior Fund Accountant: IFRS/UK GAAP Specialist

Highvern; St Peter Port; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Highvern is seeking an accounting professional in Guernsey to support fund and corporate structures with accurate bookkeeping and timely reporting. You will set up data, perform reconciliations and prepare financial statements under IFRS/UK GAAP, while coordinating with auditors and clients.

The role emphasizes independent work, strict deadlines, and a strong client-service mindset, with ACCA/ACA studies encouraged if not yet completed. It offers a pathway within a growing local team.

Qualifications

• Understanding of quality client service and delivering accurate work.
• Good knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP.
• Aspire to excellence and continuous improvement in processes.
• Deadline oriented with ability to work collaboratively and flexibly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail for strong relationships.
• Sound knowledge of financial services regulations and requirements.
• Ability to work independently on tasks.
• Studying ACCA/ACA or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Ensure up-to-date bookkeeping for fund and corporate structures.
• Prepare bank reconciliations and analyze cash movements.
• Initial setup of entity and investor data in the accounting system.
• Prepare and proof statutory financial statements and regulatory reporting.
• Independently lead the client audit process.
• Provide proactive query management with colleagues, clients and auditors.
• Deliver exceptional service levels and client experience across life-cycle.
• Follow all company workflows, policies and procedures.

Skills

IFRS knowledge

UK GAAP knowledge

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Deadline oriented

Independent work

Client service orientation

Regulatory knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA in progress

Job description

Highvern is seeking an accounting professional in Guernsey to support fund and corporate structures with accurate bookkeeping and timely reporting. You will set up data, perform reconciliations and prepare financial statements under IFRS/UK GAAP, while coordinating with auditors and clients.

The role emphasizes independent work, strict deadlines, and a strong client-service mindset, with ACCA/ACA studies encouraged if not yet completed. It offers a pathway within a growing local team.