Senior Financial Accountant

1 week ago

South Africa or Guernsey Overseas Trust and Pension Full time R1 000 000 - R3 000 000 per year


The Role

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The role will include preparation and review of accounts for Trusts, as well as individuals and businesses whose pensions we administer, along with developing processes and procedures, implementing improvements, tax compliance and meeting accounting deadlines for individual and corporate pension schemes. The post holder will also be responsible for providing technical support to the Finance team.

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The post holder reports to the Finance Operations Manager.

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Key Duties and Responsibilities

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The post holder is responsible for:

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  • To provide exemplary levels of professional accountancy skills to ensure the timely provision of high-quality accounting and reporting which support both external clients and internal OTAP personnel. 
  • ​Assist the accounting function for a range of products including private client pension schemes, RATS, EBTs, Trusts and corporate pension schemes.
  • Provide technical support for the Finance Team to help build greater expertise in accounts preparation and tax returns.
  • Remain abreast of changes in tax and financial reporting legislation and statutory requirements.
  • Prepare and review statutory financial accounts and statements to the highest standard, in line with established best practice and which conform to all legal and professional requirements and guidelines.
  • Guide, support and train a team of Finance Officers in preparation the preparation of accounts.
  • Encourage and drive the personal development of yourself and the team.
  • Build excellent working relationships with clients and business partners.
  • Complete any other duties as and when required to drive business success. 
  • Adopt and reflect OTAPs values.

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Competencies

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The post holder should have;

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  • A professional accountancy qualification such as ACCA, CIMA or ACA (or equivalent).
  • A working knowledge of FRS 102.
  • Experience of Trust Accounting
  • A logical approach to assessing productivity and implementing solutions.
  • Experience of or an understanding of, HMRC tax reporting and annual filing would be beneficial.
  • Excellent organisational skills; prioritising, achieving deadlines and driving business efficiency.
  • Strong interpersonal skills; with a drive to support a successful team.

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