Trainee Fund Accountant

Aztec; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Southampton is looking for an Accounting Assistant in their Private Equity department. You will handle bookkeeping, assist with investor reports, and support tax return preparations. Candidates should aim to pursue ACCA or ACA qualifications. This role includes in-house training and support to enhance your professional development.

Benefits

Professional qualification support

In-house training

Qualifications

• Desire to study towards ACCA or ACA qualification.
• Computer literacy and strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated and capable of meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping of funds and management companies.
• Prepare and reconcile investor reports and financial statements.
• Maintain accurate records and assist with tax returns.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounting

Team collaboration

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Relevant Degree or A-Levels

Tools

eFront

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reports to the Financial Reporting Manager - Private Equity

The purpose of this position is to work as part of a small sub-team within our Private Equity department. You will assist with the routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of Senior Fund Accountants and the Financial Reporting Manager.

What you'll be doing

• Assist with all aspects of the bookkeeping of funds, management companies and associated fund structures
• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements and ad hoc investor requests
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Maintain accurate records on eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns

What we're looking for

• The candidate should have a desire to study towards a relevant professional qualification i.e. ACCA or ACA (supported and funded by the Aztec Group)
• A relevant Degree or A-Levels are preferred as a minimum
• Computer literacy and interpersonal skills are essential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Self-motivated and capable of working to deadlines
• Good organisational and time management skills

We will provide the training, both in-house for relevant technical knowledge and also for professional qualifications to enhance both your professional development and ability to provide sound accountancy services. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients are at the heart of what we do.