Financial Reporting Senior Accountant
Do you have a background in accounting with a solid understanding of the production of statutory accounts Our client, a leading financial services firm, is seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Senior Accountant to join their Glasgow team on an initial 6 month fixed-term contract.Job Description:
Do you have a background in accounting with a solid understanding of the production of statutory accounts Our client, a leading financial services firm, is seeking an experienced Financial Reporting Senior Accountant to join their Glasgow team on an initial 6 month fixed-term contract.
In this broad role, the successful candidate will be responsible for conducting prompt and precise reviews of year-end and half-year financial statements, coordinating with auditors and various operational teams, and reviewing monthly board reports management accounts for Investment Trust clients.
Essential Skills/Experience:
Accounting experience and/or Accounting qualification or studying towards an accounting qualificationIOC or equivalent professional qualification – if not already completed would be expected to study towards
Sound technical experience in preparation and review of statutory accounts
Solid understanding of statutory and regulatory reporting requirements
Experience working in the Financial Services Sector
Advanced numerical skills and accounting knowledge
Proficient with Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of UK/Lux GAAP, IFRS, and SORP for Authorised Funds desirable
Core Responsibilities:
Review of IFRS10 reporting, actual distribution rates, closed funds balance sheets, revenue forecasts, performance and management feesReview of year end and half year financial accounts
Review of net asset values reported to Association of Investment Companies AIC and Stock Exchange
Meet client KPI’s and service delivery commitments
Review of returns to HM Revenue & Customs and Office for National Statistics e.g. quarterly VAT, National Statistics returns
Review of monthly board papers management accounts
Timely completion of internal team management information
Oversight of receipts and payments and maintenance of accounting records
Assess team processes to improve efficiency, control and to reduce risk
Benefits:
A highly competitive salaryWider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16043
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