An established fiduciary services provider is looking for a Head of Client Accounting to lead its accounting and bookkeeping team, managing reporting obligations for a complex portfolio of HNW and UHNW clients across multiple jurisdictions.
Location
Guernsey,
Channel Islands
Duties for this role include, but are not limited to:
- Managing the day-to-day operation of the accounting and bookkeeping team.
- Agreeing the annual schedule of accounts to be prepared, including year-end, management and ad-hoc reporting.
- Monitoring team performance against KPIs and addressing any issues promptly.
- Reporting monthly to the Operations and Compliance Committee on overdue accounts or policy breaches.
- Reviewing and approving ledgers prior to external accountant submission.
- Ensuring externally prepared financial statements and returns are accurate and submitted within jurisdictional deadlines.
- Preparing quarterly reports for the Board on bookkeeping reconciliations and accounts progress.
- Sitting on the Tax Committee and assisting with Guernsey income tax returns and related tasks.
- Providing leadership, mentoring and technical guidance to the accounting and bookkeeping teams.
- Promoting accuracy, proactive communication, and continuous process improvement.
Skills / Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a professionally qualified accountant with extensive experience in fiduciary or trust and corporate client accounting. They will demonstrate strong leadership skills, a methodical and analytical approach, and proven ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. Advanced Excel skills and prior experience with accounting software (such as Acumen) are desirable. A proactive, professional and technically informed attitude is essential.
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