Accounts Manager

The Position

A forward looking and innovative thinking local Company is seeking an enthusiastic Accounts Manager to join their team - part time or full time applicants welcomed.

Responsibilities

The role reports to the Operations Director and the role necessitates a wide range of responsibilities and a variety of duties which will change from time to time depending on areas of the business which require the accounts team assistance. You will be joining a team committed to delivering excellent service level and client delivery.

Key Responsibilities (Included but not limited to):

• Review of accounts prepared by team members and external outsourced partners for trust and company, companies including PCC and Limited Partnerships and pensions;

• Preparation of accounts to final stage for trust and company including PCC companies, Limited Partnerships and pensions;

• Completion and review of Guernsey Revenue Returns, HMRC Non-resident returns, Trust and Estate returns, ATED’s, Corporate Tax Filings etc.;

• Understanding and providing guidance and assistance to the pension administrators for a variety of duties to include benefit calculations, technical reviews etc.;

• Working with auditors (internal and external) and manage any audit points raised;

• Reviewing and manage the pension statements process;

• Create new internal accounting policies and maintain existing policies;

• Manage the accounts team on a day to day basis;

• Identify, develop, train, mentor and manage the accounts team including work review, work allocation and appraisals;

• Working closely with all internal departments to help deliver a first class service;

• Ensure high service levels are maintained and/or exceeded, prompt turnaround of communications and deadlines are met;

• Liaising with internal and external parties;

• Acting as signatory upon successful completion of probation period;

• Any other duties as requested.

Experience

Proven track record working within the pension and/or finance industry or in a similar position;

• Minimum 8 years’ experience in the finance services industry;

Skills & Qualifications

• Hold or be willing to study towards a professional qualification e.g. ACCA, ACA;

• Previous experience managing a team;

• Excellent organisation and communication skills;

• Strong analytical skills and the desire to continuously learn;

• Excellent technical skills and experience related to the role;

• Navision experience is desired;

• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills;

• Professional, personable and approachable;

• Accustomed to working as part of a team;

• Adaptable and self-motivated;

• Support Directors and Managers to ensure work fulfils compliance and quality standards.

Benefits

26 Days Holiday per annum

Car Parking

Health & Dental Scheme

Pension - non-contributory

Discretionary Bonus – based on company and individual performance

Active Sports and Social Club

Incentives

Excellent learning and development opportunities