PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RECRUITMENT - The best appointment you'll make
A boutique scaled business operating in the private equity sector has engaged W&A to source an ambitious and proactive qualified accountant.
If you have an interest in private equity and are eager to build a network within private equity fund management, this role is a fantastic opportunity to do so.
This position is ideally suited to applicants seeking to make their first or second move post qualifying.
The role requires the jobholder to regularly liaise and converse with senior partner and exec level colleagues and fund managers, therefore you should be able to demonstrate the interpersonal and communication skills associated with that.
The role involves assisting in the preparation of management and statutory accounts and financial information for the business and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
Preparation of quarterly management accounts and forecasting for clients
Liaising with fund managers in relation to investor capital calls and drawdowns, actioning if and when required - including forex transactions
Ensuring that all accounting and performance reports are both accurate and timely
Preparing fund drawdown, equalisation and distributions calculations
Communicating directly with investors regarding these calculations and also their tax returns and annual accounts as required
Preparation of Statutory Trust, Small Company, Limited Liability Partnership and Limited Partnership accounts ensuring all the disclosures are correct
Liaising with auditors and tax advisers during preparation and arranging timely filing
Preparation and submission of VAT returns and compliance with relevant regulations and deadlines
Provide appropriate challenge to clients and auditors to ensure good governance and best practice
Ensuring that procedures, practices and systems are operated, maintained and developed to properly control the client side of the business and ensure all systems are adequately documented
Experience & Qualifications:
Qualified accountant
Applicants should have a background in statutory reporting and / or external audit, with any specific FRS102, SORP, Trust knowledge being advantageous
Experience in fund accounting, statutory accounts for limited companies and partnerships
Experience in preparation of management accounts including dealing with third parties to ensure the financial information contained within the accounts is complete
Experience in property fund or private equity accounting would be especially relevant
Comfortable using own initiative when required and enjoy the challenge of new learning experiences
Applicants should have solid MS Excel skills to pivot table level