Accountant

Job Description

As an IFS Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting for a portfolio of fiduciary clients, including complex and high-value structures. You will ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal controls, maintain precise accounting records, and support management and audit activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working within a dynamic fiduciary environment and adding value through technical expertise and exceptional service.

Qualifications

Key Outputs

• Prepare and review trust and company accounts for a portfolio of fiduciary clients. 
• Produce financial statements, interim reports and meaningful account commentary. 
• Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure data integrity across financial systems. 
• Manage accounting transactions and reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting. 
• Handle tax-related matters in line with legislative and regulatory requirements. 
• Support and mentor junior team members, promoting quality and best practice. 
• Identify and escalate risks, compliance concerns and process improvement opportunities. 
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external intermediaries to deliver excellent client service.

Qualifications

• Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline. 
• Relevant professional accounting qualification or international accounting certification. 
• Postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.

Experience

• 5-7 years' experience ideally within trust, fiduciary or financial services environments. 
• Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial controls.
• Experience preparing financial statements and working within regulatory frameworks. 
• Knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS and accounting best practices.

Behavioural Competencies:

• Developing Expertise
• Analysing Information
• Meeting Timescales
• Providing Insights
• Establishing Rapport

Technical Competencies:

• Bookkeeping
• Business Acumen (Audit)
• Financial Accounting
• Financial and Accounting Control
• Reconciling Financial Records
• Understanding GAAP

Additional Information

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