Proof and Audit Team is seeking Associated 1 to assist in supporting complex UK operations and initiatives . The team you will be joining is a part of Poland Fund Accounting Department. Our Team is primarily responsible for completing annual and semi-annual reconciliation of Trial Balances to Sub Ledgers reports for all United Kingdom Clients and prepare necessary data for Auditors. We are cooperating with multiple internal and external stakeholders.

Scope of Responsibilities – principal tasks

• Prepare and complete first draft of audited annual and unaudited interim financial statements from trial balance, including Profit and Loss Account, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, Schedule of Investments, Notes to financial statements, in line with applicable reporting standards
• Prepare reporting templates for annual and interim cycles
• Liaise with other departments to address and resolve all issues identified within a trial balance
• Prepare audit files and reconciliations in line with standard operating procedure
• Process changes accurately to financial statements in compliance with appropriate accounting and regulatory standards
• Work to tight client deadlines in order to meet reporting timelines
• Maintain and develop relationships with our internal clients and supporting teams (e.g. Fund Accounting, Transfer Agency, Custody/Trustee)
• Be up to date with current accounting standard changes communicated by the senior staff
• Comply with accounting policies/procedures and internal control documentation
• Understand the core processes and areas of risk within the business area and work with a management team to mitigate them
• Constantly improve knowledge and skills in the area of accounting, financial reporting and the investment funds sector
• Participate in projects impacting the wider group where possible
• Take on ad hoc project work as required from your managers

Qualifications

A person with relevant financial education in the field of economics, finance, accounting or similar (preferred) – min. Bachelor.

Industry Knowledge

General knowledge of financial services industry. Knowledge of Financial Reporting is a plus.

Core Competencies

• Aptitude for figures, accuracy
• Good command of English
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• PC literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)
• Understanding of basic accounting principles
• Knowledge of Financial Reporting would be advantageous
• Have an enquiring mind and a willingness to investigate and solve problems
• Seeks responsibility

Disposition

• Self-motivated
• Professional
• Multitasking ability
• Enthusiastic
• Takes Ownership and Initiative
• Adaptable – ability to develop new approaches to solving problems
• Team player

We offer

• Flexible working hours (restricted to the current business need)
• No intra-day deadlines
• Interesting, non-repetitive process
• Possibility to Work From Home
• Employee savings plan
• Premium life insurance package
• VIP medical package
• International operating environment
• Language classes
• Soft skills trainings
• Technical workshops