Description<\/p>\n
\tThe primary responsibility of this position is to prepare annual financial statements(\u201cAFS\u201d) for all funds, review annual financial statements and manage the audit process from beginning to end. \u00a0The individual will be required to have a good understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS), Luxembourg GAAP and US GAAP to be able to prepare the financial statements.<\/p>\n
Job specification\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tBe the central point of contact for the auditors.
\n\tPreparation and distribution of audit timetable based on provisional dates available for the audit, after reviewing of planned audit schedule and liaising with auditors.
\n\tPreparation of trial balance using reports extracted from Invest One, Paxus, E-front and Allvue.
\n\tPreparation of interim and annual financial statements using trial balance and other reports extracted from the accounting systems.
\n\tCompilation of audit pack and other information to be sent to auditors before the start of the audit in accordance with audit timetable.
\n\tManaging the audit log and audit queries to ensure that all information requested by the auditors is sent to the auditors and is accurate and provided timeously.
\n\tFollow up on all outstanding issues from the auditors and provide regular feedback to Client Relationship Managers, clients and fund accountants.
\n\tUpdate AFS with auditor\u2019s comments and distribute them timeously to auditors.
\n\tRemaining up to date regarding changes in IFRS and impact on financial reporting<\/p>\n
Skills Required:<\/p>\n
\tAn accounting qualification (minimum B.Com Accounting or equivalent), together with either 3 years audit experience or fund accounting experience and experience in the preparation of annual financial statements.
\n\tAdvanced level experience in using Excel and MS Word.
\n\tProven competence and an aptitude for working with systems.
\n\tDetailed understanding of International Financial Reporting Standards, specifically IFRS7 Financial Instruments: Disclosures, IFRS9 Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement and consolidations and detailed understanding of Luxembourg GAAP.
\n\tKnowledge of US GAAP will be an advantage.
\n\tAn understanding of funds and fund structures.
\n\tKnowledge of the hedge fund industry and unit trusts.
\n\tExperience in the preparation of financial statements.
\n\tExperience in dealing with clients.
\n\tExcellent communication skills (both written and verbal);
\n\tConfident, enthusiastic and self-motivated and
\n\tA track record of achievement.<\/p>\n
What you will get in return:<\/p>\n
\tA genuinely unique opportunity to be part of an expanding large global business.
\n\tCompetitive remuneration commensurate with skills and experience.
\n\tTraining and development opportunities<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( https:\/\/www.apexgroup.com\/ ) or<\/p>\n
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