Accounts Officer

Are you looking to develop a career in finance within a global business?

Join us at Link Group and you’ll not only develop your career with us but you’ll have the opportunity to work with a multi-national company, working with clients drawn from the world’s most prestigious financial institutions.

We have an exciting opportunity for an Accounts Officer to work in a multi-national company in the specialised alternative funds sector. We are looking for candidates with strong academic backgrounds and a willingness to embrace the challenges of working in a fast-moving environment.

In return you will receive first class training to develop your skills increasingly in demand internationally – a passport to work in the major cities of the world. With major growth expected in alternative investment funds in the next ten years to meet increased global demand this is an opportunity not to be missed.

Link Group is a market-leader in providing technology-enabled administration solutions to the financial services industry with over 7,000 employees working across 17 jurisdictions, including Australasia, Asia and Europe. Our clients include some of the world’s largest corporations including those listed on the FTSE 250.

Overview

Link Fund Solutions are looking to recruit a trainee fund accountant (Accounts Officer) to join their growing fund administration business based in Exeter, Devon. The successful candidate will be a graduate, with relevant university degree or currently studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 1-2 years relevant experience.

Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities

• Prepare all net asset value calculations, cash reports, loan compliance certificates and any other periodic reports for each client.
• Prepare management accounts and accompanying schedules as applicable.
• Assist with daily administration for a portfolio of clients and ensure all work completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Processing of invoices, trades and bank transactions onto fund accounting system, custodian trading system and bank payments system in accordance with business policies and procedures.
• Assist with client auditor queries and liaise with auditor as required.
• Assist with preparation of half year and annual statutory accounts together with related information.
• Assist in ensuring funds operate within the fund rules and regulations.
• Assist in effective implementation of on-boarding new business and fund changes.
• Maintain operational data for KPI reporting.
• Maintain and enhance technical accounting knowledge

Experience & Personal Attributes

• Graduate or currently studying ACA/ACCA/CIMA with 1-2 years relevant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate effectively (written & oral) at all levels
• Demonstrably methodical and highly organised with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Previous experience of Yardi Voyager and/or Simcorp Dimeson (desirable)
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated
• Innovation, change and continuous improvement
• Attention to detail
• 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

What’s in it for you?

• A very competitive basic salary plus benefits.
• 23 days’ holiday to start, (rising to 25) plus Bank Holidays, with the opportunity to buy extra leave.
• Company matched pension scheme, life assurance, a cycle2work scheme, fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave, paternity pay of two weeks…and plenty more.
• Voluntary benefits designed to suit your lifestyle – from discounts on retail and socialising, to health & wellbeing, travel and technology.
• The possibility of a hybrid work approach.
• You’ll get the chance to follow your chosen career path anywhere in Link Group. You’ll be joining a network of 7,000 experienced, innovative and dedicated individuals across multiple teams and countries. There are countless opportunities to learn new skills and develop in your career and we’ll provide the support you need to do just that.

What we hope you’ll do next:

Choose ‘Apply now’ to fill out our short application, so that we can find out more about you.

We’re an equal opportunity employer, which means we’ll consider all suitably qualified applicants regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnic origin, nationality, religion or beliefs, age, sexual orientation, disability status or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their passion and we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We are a leading independent Authorised Fund Manager and provider of fund administration and transfer agency services.

We leverage our specialist knowledge and technology to support traditional and alternative funds in UK, Ireland, Luxembourg and Australia. With a focus on strong governance, regulatory expertise and risk management, our business helps to manage regulatory compliance for asset managers and investors.

Our unique place in the market, combined with our partnership approach, depth of experience and well-invested systems, enables us to support investment managers through the challenges of changing market and investor needs, and, as a result, help them to enhance returns, minimise costs and mitigate their risks.

Link Group is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the Link Group journey and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at Link Group. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.