Trainee Fund Accountant - Private Equity

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

Job summary

A financial services firm in Southampton is looking for a Trainee Fund Accountant to assist with bookkeeping, accounting tasks, and support for professional qualifications. Key responsibilities include maintaining records, preparing financial statements, and collaborating with team members. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and a desire to pursue ACCA or ACA certification.

Benefits

Training for professional qualifications

Support from senior accountants

Qualifications

• Desire to study for a professional qualification supported by the Aztec Group.
• Relevant educational background or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bookkeeping of funds and management companies.
• Prepare and reconcile investor reports and financial statements.
• Maintain accurate records using eFront and Excel.

Skills

Desire to study towards ACCA or ACA

Good computer literacy

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Excellent organisational and time management skills

Education

Relevant Degree or A-Levels

Job description

Trainee Fund Accountant - Private Equity

Job ID: 5666356003

| Location: Southampton

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

• A desire to study towards a relevant professional qualification i.e. ACCA or ACA is required (supported by the Aztec Group)
• A relevant Degree, A-Levels or equivalent experience
• Good computer literacy and excellent interpersonal skills are essential
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Self-motivated and capable of working to deadlines
• Excellent 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.