Senior Financial Accountant

Company Description 

We are part of Link Group, a leading global provider of financial administration solutions throughout Europe, Asia and Australasia, with offices in all the major financial centres. As one of Europe’s leading asset servicing platforms, Link Asset Services interacts with almost 6m investors, administering and safeguarding £600bn of assets across 10 countries. 

Link Fund Solutions are looking to recruit a qualified accountant to join their growing and industry leading alternative fund administration business based in Exeter, Devon. The position offers first class experience in the rapidly expanding alternative fund sector. Enjoying regular interaction with fund managers and their top-tier financial advisors, the role will enable the successful candidate to develop much sought after international investment experience normally only available in London, New York and the other major financial centres. 

Exeter offers an almost unparalleled quality of life. A beautiful Cathedral and University city, with historic charm going back to Roman times, complimented by close access to the sea, together with the wilderness of Dartmoor, provides for both a vibrant social and outdoor lifestyle.

The successful candidate will be ACCA qualified and possess strong technical accounting, interpersonal and communication skills. This is a great opportunity for a technically astute accountant who’s looking to develop managerial skills, financial expertise and truly add value to a well-recognised, fast paced and exciting global business. 

Job Description 

• Administer alternative investment funds for a portfolio of blue-chip international clients.
• Review of net asset value calculations, revenue projections and other management information / reports.
• Oversee the preparation of half year and full year accounts together with related information and liaise with external auditors.
• Actively manage and mentor staff under supervision.
• Attend client company board and investment management meetings as required.
• Assist with the on-boarding of new business and fund changes.

Qualifications and Skills

• ACCA qualified
• Knowledge of UK GAAP and/or IFRS 
• Strong communication, supervisory and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrably methodical and highly organised with a proven ability to meet deadlines 
• Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook) and previous experience of accounting platforms 

Competencies 

• Self-motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated
• • Innovative and motivated by change and continuous improvement  
• Capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks in a demanding business environment
• Able to work with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including senior management
• Able to use own initiative and the ability to work through issues with minimal supervision 
• Commercial and technical awareness