Trainee Fund Accountant

Aztec Financial Services (Luxembourg) S.A.; Southampton; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus scheme

Flexible, hybrid working

Generous holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Worldwide travel insurance

Health and wellbeing programmes

On-site parking

Job summary

Aztec Financial Services (Luxembourg) S.A. is looking for a Junior Associate/Associate in Southampton. This role focuses on delivering high-quality outputs and developing professional expertise.

Candidates will be responsible for accounting tasks, client communication, and assisting with audits, ensuring adherence to Aztec's internal control frameworks. The position offers a competitive salary and a variety of benefits including a discretionary bonus scheme, hybrid working options, and private

Qualifications

• Ability to assist with accounting matters and investor reports.
• Understanding of audit queries and company secretarial tasks.
• Proficient in maintaining accurate records and bookkeeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters.
• Develop client presence through regular calls and correspondence.
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations.
• Assist with preparation of tax returns as required.
• Support and train junior staff.
• Complete fund administration processes.

Skills

Accounting

Client communication

Microsoft Excel

Bookkeeping

Audit support

Job description

At Aztec, we’re committed to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to grow. We know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthen our business and we welcome applications from all individuals.

About the role: As a Junior Associate / Associate (Band 1), you will be responsible for delivering high quality outputs and building professional expertise. This will be achieved through developing foundational skills and knowledge, contributing towards overall team objectives, timely execution of tasks and collaboration. You will open-minded and embrace change whilst valuing diverse perspectives and channelling a 'can-do' attitude. You will support business and people growth to enable Aztec's future ambitions.

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, supporting and assisting with the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements and ad-hoc investor requests
• Develop an increasing client presence, taking a lead in regular client calls and correspondence
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries and some aspects of company secretarial matters including preparation of filings for regulatory bodies
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Ensure Aztec internal control frameworks are followed in full
• Maintain accurate records on company systems and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns to the extent relevant
• Assist and support the induction, integration and training of junior staff.
• Support with and/or complete fund administration processes as required.

We understand that everyone has different needs, and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. In addition to a competitive salary, here are some examples of the benefits that we may offer for our permanent roles:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance, including eye care
• Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• On-site parking

With an ambitious vision for further growth, we’re always on the lookout for bright individuals to join our journey. Progress your career with a company that will support you every step of the way.

At Aztec, we provide talented and dynamic individuals with the opportunity to build a rewarding career. We’re an ambitious company, committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients and delivering operational excellence at every stage of their fund’s lifecycle. Our culture is what makes us a standout place to work. Our people are at the heart of our business: putting clients first; delivering service excellence; working as one team; building lasting connections and embodying our values and purpose. Join us and discover what makes us the bright alternative.