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 qualification
• IOC 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

• Review of IFRS10 reporting, actual distribution rates, closed funds balance sheets, revenue forecasts, performance and management fees
• Review 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