Senior Corporate & Fund Accountant

Praxis Group; New Jersey; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Praxis Group in New Jersey is seeking a Senior Corporate and Fund Accountant to lead the preparation and review of financial statements and management accounts for a diverse portfolio of corporate entities and investment funds.

You will liaise with external auditors, oversee junior staff, and ensure compliance with IFRS and FRS 102, as well as VAT and UK/Jersey taxation for entities and trusts. This role offers an opportunity to work across our global network and contribute to accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Fully qualified professional accountant with ACCA/ACA or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience in corporate and fund environments.
• Strong knowledge of IFRS, FRS 102, VAT and related tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements for corporate entities and investment funds in accordance with applicable accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS).
• Produce monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients, including fund structures and corporate vehicles.
• Review accounting work prepared by junior colleagues, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support audit processes, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and assisting in the preparation of audited financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of investment valuations, bank statements, and other third-party reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure bookkeeping records are complete and ready for financial reporting.

Skills

Financial statements

Fund accounting

IFRS & FRS 102

VAT & tax compliance

Double-entry bookkeeping

Audit liaison

Portfolio valuation

Ledger reconciliation

Internal controls

Deadline management

Education

ACCA/ACA or equivalent

Job description

Praxis is an independent, leading provider of bespoke private wealth, corporate administration and yacht services to companies, individuals and families across the world.

Our expertise and experience is driven by recruiting and retaining the brightest and best, and creating a culture that allows people to thrive. Our independence encourages an open culture where every voice is valued. We care about creating an environment that hears, supports and shares openly with all our people.

Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of our approach, and we nurture an environment of openness and respect where everyone feels valued.

Be heard. Be part of the Praxis Group.

Our central services team provides centralised support to the Group. A career with us provides the chance to work with colleagues across our global network, delivering support across technology & business systems, marketing & communications, finance & accounting, compliance & risk, HR, facilities and administration

Job summary:

As a Senior Corporate and Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for the preparation and review of financial statements and management accounts for a diverse portfolio of corporate entities and investment funds. You will act as the primary liaison with external auditors, oversee the work of junior accounting staff, and ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards including FRS 102 and IFRS.

Job accountabilities:

• Prepare financial statements for corporate entities and investment funds in accordance with applicable accounting standards (FRS 102 and IFRS).
• Produce monthly and quarterly management accounts for a portfolio of clients, including fund structures and corporate vehicles.
• Review accounting work prepared by junior colleagues, ensuring accuracy and adherence to internal controls and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate and support audit processes, acting as the main point of contact for external auditors and assisting in the preparation of audited financial statements.
• Ensure timely and accurate reconciliation of investment valuations, bank statements, and other third-party reports.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure bookkeeping records are complete and ready for financial reporting.

Minimum education and experience

• Fully qualified professional accountant (ACCA / ACA or equivalent) with a minimum of 5 years of experience.

Required skills

• Proven ability to prepare complex financial statements for corporate entities and investment funds.
• Strong understanding of fund structures, corporate entities, and related accounting principles.
• Working knowledge of VAT, UK and Jersey taxation for companies and trusts.
• Proficient in double-entry bookkeeping and ledger reconciliation.
• Experience in posting and reconciling third-party valuations, including investment portfolios and fund NAVs.
• Ability to reconcile ledgers with VAT returns and tax authority statements.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work, liaise with senior bookkeepers, and manage deadlines effectively.