read recruit ltd
Assistant Manager - Funds
Job Location
Ocean Village, United Kingdom
Job Description
My clients are a leading Fund and Corporate Services provider and seeking a Fund Assistant Manager to join the team, due to expansion plans.
Within this opportunity you will assist with the management of day-to-day accounting services in the specific service line to ensure that the team consistently meet deadlines and provide a first class and highly professional service at all times. You will help to develop an expanding internal Centre of Excellence (CoE) and oversee resource planning for team members and participate in accounting related projects. You will manage, supervise and develop team members, maintain and develop relationships with the team’s clients. You will deputise for the Senior Manager during absence, and support them when required in order to fulfil the team’s roles and responsibilities.
What you’ll be doing:
Support the Senior Manager and Head of Jurisdiction in order to deliver a first-class professional service to clients, both internal and external
Deputise for the Senior Manager in their absence when relevant
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and management reports
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly, quarterly and annual VAT returns
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly CIS returns
Monitor the quality and service levels of team ensuring compliance with ISAE 3402 requirements
Ensure financial statements prepared are in line with UK GAAP/IFRS or other appropriate standards
Manage stakeholder’s expectations
Monitoring all jobs of the client to ensure timely and efficient completion
Planning and organising own client portfolio and team time planning
Oversight of appraisals for all team members and conduct appraisals for members of the team
Review current workload and resources
Supervise team in relation to client activities and procedures
Plan and prioritise own and team workflow
Understands and complies with relevant organisational policies and procedures, supporting the Senior Manager to manage risks around the accounting function
The ideal background for this role:
Recognised accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA)
A minimum of 4 years’ practical accounting work experience
Direct experience of producing financial statements for a variety of corporate entities within various jurisdictions
Experience of managing, developing and coaching others in a team environment
Experience of exceptional external and/or internal client service
Experience in a financial services environment, ideally in fund administration and/or real estate is preferred
Exceptional understanding and knowledge of current industry and accounting legislation, regulation and working practices
Exceptional knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent knowledge of UK VAT would be preferred
Excellent knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is preferred
In depth knowledge of Yardi would be preferred
Working knowledge of an accounting system
Ability to manage and motivate a team of accountants
Ability to deal with complex accounting matters
Ability to manage and resolve difficult client matters
Decision making with conflicting and demanding deadlines
Progressive and takes responsibility for self-development and that of others
In Return: A competitive basic salary and benefits are on offer along with excellent career progression.
*This role does not offer Sponsorship unfortunately
Location: Ocean Village, GB
Posted Date: 11/8/2024
Within this opportunity you will assist with the management of day-to-day accounting services in the specific service line to ensure that the team consistently meet deadlines and provide a first class and highly professional service at all times. You will help to develop an expanding internal Centre of Excellence (CoE) and oversee resource planning for team members and participate in accounting related projects. You will manage, supervise and develop team members, maintain and develop relationships with the team’s clients. You will deputise for the Senior Manager during absence, and support them when required in order to fulfil the team’s roles and responsibilities.
What you’ll be doing:
Support the Senior Manager and Head of Jurisdiction in order to deliver a first-class professional service to clients, both internal and external
Deputise for the Senior Manager in their absence when relevant
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly, quarterly and annual financial and management reports
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly, quarterly and annual VAT returns
Manage the timely and accurate production of monthly CIS returns
Monitor the quality and service levels of team ensuring compliance with ISAE 3402 requirements
Ensure financial statements prepared are in line with UK GAAP/IFRS or other appropriate standards
Manage stakeholder’s expectations
Monitoring all jobs of the client to ensure timely and efficient completion
Planning and organising own client portfolio and team time planning
Oversight of appraisals for all team members and conduct appraisals for members of the team
Review current workload and resources
Supervise team in relation to client activities and procedures
Plan and prioritise own and team workflow
Understands and complies with relevant organisational policies and procedures, supporting the Senior Manager to manage risks around the accounting function
The ideal background for this role:
Recognised accounting qualification (ACA / ACCA)
A minimum of 4 years’ practical accounting work experience
Direct experience of producing financial statements for a variety of corporate entities within various jurisdictions
Experience of managing, developing and coaching others in a team environment
Experience of exceptional external and/or internal client service
Experience in a financial services environment, ideally in fund administration and/or real estate is preferred
Exceptional understanding and knowledge of current industry and accounting legislation, regulation and working practices
Exceptional knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Excellent knowledge of UK VAT would be preferred
Excellent knowledge of Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) is preferred
In depth knowledge of Yardi would be preferred
Working knowledge of an accounting system
Ability to manage and motivate a team of accountants
Ability to deal with complex accounting matters
Ability to manage and resolve difficult client matters
Decision making with conflicting and demanding deadlines
Progressive and takes responsibility for self-development and that of others
In Return: A competitive basic salary and benefits are on offer along with excellent career progression.
*This role does not offer Sponsorship unfortunately
Location: Ocean Village, GB
Posted Date: 11/8/2024
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