Trainee Fund Accountant

At Aztec, we’re committed to building and nurturing a diverse and inclusive workforce where everyone feels valued, respected, and able to grow. We know that different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences strengthen our business and we welcome applications from all individuals. So, if your experience doesn’t exactly match with every part of the job description, but you are excited about the role, we would still like to hear from you. If you are passionate, curious, innovative and data driven, you could still be a good fit.

About the role:

Key Role Responsibilities:

• Assist with all aspects of accounting matters, supporting and assisting with the preparation, reconciliation and proofing of investor reports, statutory financial statements and ad-hoc investor requests
• Develop an increasing client presence, taking a lead in regular client calls and correspondence
• Assist with the completion of routine audit queries and some aspects of company secretarial matters including preparation of filings for regulatory bodies
• Prepare periodic bank reconciliations and provide or source supporting documentation evidencing transactions
• Ensure Aztec internal control frameworks are followed in full
• Maintain accurate records on company systems and Microsoft Excel working paper schedules for all aspects of bookkeeping
• Assist in the preparation and reconciliation of periodic direct and indirect tax returns to the extent relevant
• Assist and support the induction, integration and training of junior staff.

• Support with and/or complete fund administration processes as required.

We understand that everyone has different needs, and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. In addition to a competitive salary, here are some examples of the benefits that we may offer for our permanent roles:

• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme
• Private medical insurance, including eye care
• Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• On-site parking