Fund Accountant

Aztec Group; Kilkenny; Hybrid; EUR 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Hybrid working

Work abroad for up to 3 weeks per year

Pension scheme

Private medical insurance

Life assurance

Travel insurance

Health and wellbeing programmes

On-site parking

Job summary

Aztec Group is seeking a trainee accountant to carry out routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager. The role offers hybrid working and a clear pathway to ACCA/ACA qualifications with in-house training through the Aztec Academy.

You will develop expertise by handling investor reports, statutory statements, tax-related tasks, and cross-functional support with trainee staff.

Qualifications

• Studying towards ACCA Fundamental Skills or ACA Professional level.
• Some knowledge of financial services will be supported by Aztec Academy.
• Computer literacy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Bookkeep funds, management companies and fund structures.
• Prepare investor reports, statutory financial statements, and respond to queries.
• Complete routine audit queries and support reconciliations.
• Prepare and reconcile periodic bank statements and supporting docs.

Skills

ACCA Fundamental Skills

Computer literacy

Financial services knowledge

Education

ACCA/ACA qualification path

Tools

Excel

eFront

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. So, if your experience doesn’t exactly match with every part of the job description, but you are excited about the role, we would still like to hear from you. If you are passionate, curious, innovative and data driven, you could still be a good fit.

About The Role

The purpose of this position is to carry out routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeep funds, management companies and associated fund structures within the team
• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, including the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements, and ad-hoc investor queries
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide 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
• Assist and support the induction, integration and training of trainee staff

Skills, Knowledge, Expertise

• The candidate will be expected to be studying towards a relevant professional qualification (preferably having commenced ACCA Fundamental Skills level or ACA Professional level)
• Some technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)
• Computer literacy skills are essential

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

Benefits

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