Trainee Fund Accountant

Posted:
9/20/2024, 2:22:56 AM

Location(s):
England, United Kingdom ⋅ Southampton, England, United Kingdom

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Accounting

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 recording and reconciliation of investment fund positions and General Ledger transactions
  • Assist with client deliverables such as Net Asset Value (NAV) reporting
  • Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
  • Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
  • Grow your technical knowledge of bank reconciliations and Private Credit/Debt instruments
  • Maintain accurate records on eFront and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping

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, in particular Excel

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.