Trainee Fund Accountant

At Aztec, we provide talented and dynamic individuals with the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

We’re an ambitious company, committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients and delivering operational excellence at every stage of their fund’s lifecycle.

Our culture is what makes us a standout place to work. Our people are at the heart of our business: putting clients first; delivering service excellence; working as one team; building lasting connections and embodying our values and purpose.

Join our journey and discover what makes us the bright alternative.
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* About the role:

**** Reports to the Financial Reporting Manager
** The Real Assets team works closely with clients to support investments into the development and rental / sale of residential, senior residential and student accommodation, as well as commercial and retail space across the  this role, you will work within a small team of Accountants, assisting with the routine day-to-day accounting of fund structures under the direction of a Financial Reporting Manager.
** What you'll be doing
*** Maintaining accurate accounting records, including the preparation of routine journal entries, inputting invoices and assisting with payment processing in Yardi, eFront or Real Page
* Developing an understanding of the clients and industry, supporting the team in providing bespoke reporting within agreed deadlines to meet client needs
* Responsibility for routine deliverables such as monthly and quarterly bank reconciliations, including sourcing supporting documentation to evidence transactions
* Working with a small team of accountants, assisting with the preparation of management accounts and financial statements under IFRS, UK GAAP and / or Lux GAAP
* Assist with the completion of routine audit queries
* Assist in the preparation of VAT returns
** What we're looking for
*** A relevant Degree or A-Levels are preferred
* Desire to study towards a relevant professional qualification such as ACA/ACCA (supported by the Aztec Group) is essential
* Proficient computer literacy skills and ability to learn new systems
* Confident and clear communication skills, both written and spoken
* Good problem-solving abilities and attention to detail
* Ability to work to deadlines and balance study alongside work
* A collaborative team player with a proactive approach

We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and also for professional qualifications to enhance both your professional development and ability to provide sound accountancy services. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients are at the heart of what we do.

Aztec Group has come a long way since first opening its doors in Jersey back in 2001. Our size and reach may have changed, but one thing that hasn’t is our identity – we’re proud to be a truly independent, owner-managed business that puts our people and clients at the centre of everything we do. We understand that everyone will put value on different things and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits.

Here are some of the core benefits for all our people:
* Competitive salary
* Discretionary bonus scheme
* Flexible, hybrid working
* Generous holiday allowance
* Pension scheme
* Private medical insurance, including eye care
* Permanent health insurance
* Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
* Worldwide travel insurance
* Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
* Regular social events
* Health and wellbeing programmes
* On-site parking
* Significant investment into your personal and professional development
* Aztec will provide the training, both in-house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.*### Join our Talent Community At Aztec, we provide talented and dynamic individuals with the opportunity to build a rewarding career.
We’re an ambitious company, committed to building long-term partnerships with our clients and delivering operational excellence at every stage of their fund’s lifecycle.
Our culture is what makes us a standout place to work. Our people are at the heart of our business: putting clients first; delivering service excellence; working as one team; building lasting connections and embodying our values and purpose. Join us and discover what makes us the bright alternative.
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