To support a team of accountants within the Private Equity team to deliver accounting services to a portfolio of clients through completion of bookkeeping, data uploads and other accounting related tasks as assigned.

• Performing periodic cash at bank reconciliation.
• Preparation of investment reports;
• Completion of bookkeeping and preparation of quarterly management accounts;
• Support in the computation of contractual accruals
• Annual accounts preparation for simple sets of financial statements reporting under applicable Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
• Supporting the team with day-to-day tasks, which includes account reconciliations and analysis.
• Communicating with clients and other stakeholders such as auditors and other Gen II internal teams to provide financial information and supporting documents, and responding to enquiries.
• Direct responsibility for ensuring timely and efficient completion of tasks allocated.

The ideal background for this role:

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 A - levels and 3 GCSEs and (or equivalent qualifications) including English and Maths.
• Be studying/willingness to study towards an appropriate accounting qualification such as ACCA/ACA is desirable.

Knowledge and Experience

• Experience in using Microsoft Office applications such as Excel and Word.
• Experience in bookkeeping accounting transactions.
• Experience in preparing financial statements is desirable.
• An awareness and understanding of the local finance industry, legislation and regulatory requirements in which we operate is desirable.
• Proficient in written and verbal English, with the ability to write concise emails, take notes, and assist in
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Proactive with good analytical and problem-solving skills.

This role is based in the Jersey office