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Trainee Fund Accountant @ Aztecgroup

St HelierOnsiteFull-time
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About this role

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: Reports to Financial Reporting Manager The purpose of this position is to assist with the routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.

Key responsibilities:

• 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

Skills, knowledge, expertise:

• The candidate should have a desire to study towards a relevant professional qualification (supported by the Aztec Group)

• Sound technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)

• Computer literacy and interpersonal skills are essential

Please note that we can only accept applications from candidates based in Jersey Channel Islands and hold an entitled to work licence.

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 administration 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. 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:

• 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 (location dependent)

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