Assistant Investment Accountant- 6 month fixed term contract
Date Posted: 21/10/2024
Location: London
Job Type: Full time
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We are looking for an Assistant Investment Accountant to join our Treasury team on a fixed term contract basis for 6 months.
The Assistant Investment Accountant will process the accounting entries for investments into the Oracle GL and prepare monthly reconciliations of the related balance sheet and income statement accounts.
An important part of this role is to assist in the calculation of asset prices for utilisation in monthly valuation of bonds. This would entail engaging with the other teams within Treasury.
You will also provide analysis for the tax team for VAT and corporation tax purposes
Responsibilities
Ensure all accounting entries are booked and reconciled in a timely manner.
Work closely and effectively with the treasury back and middle office team to ensure that the accounting data in Oracle GL is complete and accurate.
Month end reconciliations, maintaining and calculating of external loan facility interest etc.
Support the Investment Accountant with dealing with general queries and enhancing processes to meet best practise.
Ad-hoc investigations and tasks as requested.
Support the wider treasury team as requested.
Skills & Experience
Part Qualified accountant or equivalent
Experienced in financial accounting and reporting
Experience of Excel and formulas
Technology software skills to utilise accounting and treasury software
Knowledge of investment assets would be useful
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills and a good application of financial controls
Excellent verbal and written communication
Company Benefits
A Competitive Salary, Pension Scheme and Life Assurance
Along with 25 Days Annual Leave plus an Additional Day on us for your Birthday
Private Medical Cover and Income Protection, just in case
A generous and highly achievable bonus scheme – paid annually based on individual and company performance against targets
Opportunity to progress within your career both in-role and within the company
FREE access to the Headspace App, a 24/7 Employee Assistance Helpline and Trained Physical & Mental Health First Aiders (On-Site)
A variety of Employee Funded Benefits available to you via our Online Benefits Portal
Plus, several additional purchase options available for you and your loved ones