Trainee Fund Accountant

Aztec; Southampton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company is seeking an Accounting Assistant to support day-to-day accounting operations. This role involves maintaining accurate financial records, preparing reports, and assisting with audits. Ideal candidates have relevant A-Levels or a Degree in Accounting, a strong attention to detail, and an analytical mindset. The company offers comprehensive training and various employee benefits, including a discretionary bonus scheme and hybrid working.

Benefits

Discretionary bonus scheme

Flexible, hybrid working

Private medical insurance

Permanent health insurance

Life assurance

Worldwide travel insurance

Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks

Health and wellbeing programmes

On-site parking

Investment into personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Desire to study towards ACCA/ACA qualification is essential.
• First experience in accounting (job or internship) would be a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping of funds and management companies.
• Prepare and reconcile investor reports and financial statements.
• Complete routine audit queries and prepare tax returns.

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical mindset

Interpersonal skills

Computer literacy

Education

Relevant A-Levels or Bachelor Degree in Accounting

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Reports to the Financial Reporting Manager

The purpose of this position is to assist with the routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures with the support of your Financial Reporting Manager. You will work as part of a small sub-team, working closely with Fund and Senior Fund Accountants.

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

• Relevant A-Levels or Bachelor Degree in Accounting,
• A first experience (job or internship) in accounting would be a great plus,
• A desire to study towards a relevant professional qualification e.g ACCA/ACA is essential,
• Good computer literacy and interpersonal skills,
• An analytical mindset and ability to work to deadlines,
• A keen attention to detail and willingness to learn.

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.

Who are we?

Aztec Group has come a long way since first opening its doors in Jersey back in 2001. Our size and reach may have changed, but one thing that hasn’t is our identity – we’re proud to be a truly independent, owner-managed business that puts our people and clients at the centre of everything we do.

We understand that everyone will put value on different things and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. Here are some of the core benefits for all our people:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Private medical insurance, including eye care
• Permanent health insurance
• Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• On-site parking
• Significant investment into your personal and professional development