Description
Prepare and assist in the preparation and initial review of the financial statements of entities administered by the Private Equity department in a timely, efficient and accurate manner adhering to the highest standards. More senior levels may also be expected to supervise and train junior staff.
Qualifications
ACCA / ACA / CPA / CIMA / Other equivalent
Knowledge / Skills
- Knowledge of regulatory issues, book-keeping
- Technical accounting knowledge (US / UK GAAP and IFRS)
- Ideally, knowledge of Guernsey Company Law
Skills
Intermediate Excel skills (including Excel - Macro skills)Time Management & OrganisationalWorking to DeadlinesAccurate with attention to detailsEffective Communication skills (Verbal & Written)Major Duties
Timetables : -
Prepare and circulate accounts and tax timetablesSupport in planning activity of team Liaising with fund administratorsPreparation and review of management fee calculationsAdvise on potential accounting issues & best practisesClient Reporting : -
Critical background knowledge of entities worked onEffective communication with client, investors and other associated parties (based worldwide)Dealing with investor queries in an efficient and timely mannerIssuing tax forms to investors prepared by client tax advisersAble to prepare and issue ad-hoc reports to clientProforma Accounts : -
Design proforma accounts, ensuring they are in accordance with appropriate regulations / standardsAgree proforma with clients / auditorsMaintain capital accounts for limited partnershipsPreparation of Accounts : -
Liaising with other departments.Maintenance of client relationshipsLiaising re closing down of accounting periodsChecking & maintaining ledger integrityPreparing standard accounts fileCompletion of appropriate checklistsLiaising with auditorsPreparing accounts for manager review / clearing pointsSending accounts for inclusion in board packsProvision of information for US and UK tax returnsBookkeeping / Cash Management : -
Good understanding of bookkeeping including more complex transactionsUnderstands cash management procedures for specific entitiesAble to check bank account reconciliations on a monthly basisAble to check cash reports on a monthly basisCalls / Distributions : -
Understands the call / distribution processAble to calculate the call / distribution amounts for recommendation by clientLiaises with client and investors regarding receipt / payment of moniesLiaises with financial institutions receiving or making payment of fundsReviews and maintains recordsCompany Secretarial Knowledge : -
Understands Company Secretarial ProceduresUnderstands how to prepare and review Company MinutesUnderstands how to prepare and review Company AgendaTransfer of Shares or Limited Partnership Interests : -
Understands the process applicable to the entityUnderstands anti-money laundering regulations and how to maintain recordsCompliance and Regulation : -
Has an understanding of the main Guernsey legislation as it effects entities under administration i.e. Guernsey Company Law, POI and FNCC legislation.Experience
Experience in preparing accountsExperience in Funds / Private EquityPrevious supervisory experience#J-18808-Ljbffr