Assistant Manager (Statutory Reporting) - Contract - Edinburgh

My client, a globally recognised, leading Financial Services organisation has a fantastic opportunity for a Statutory Reporting Assistant Manager to join on a contract basis.

6 month contract initially (scope to renew); competitive day rate; Edinburgh based.

ROLE PURPOSE:

To prepare and review statutory accounts and monthly reports for all types of investment vehicles managed by Investment Administration clients, ensuring that all tasks are completed in line with agreed procedures, quality and deadlines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The jobholder will be part of the Statutory Reporting team which provides Statutory Reporting services to a range of clients for over 300 funds

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Statutory Accounts and Monthly Reporting

To prepare and review statutory accounts and monthly reports for Unit Trusts, OEICS, Authorised Contractual Schemes and ensuring compliance with statutory regulations at all times.

PEOPLE MANAGEMENT:

Manage and work with other team members, ensuring that the department objectives are achieved, and that they are motivated.

MAJOR CHALLENGES:

This job holder will be involved in managing clients service delivery, be involved in the take on of clients data and given their specialist skills in accountancy, will play a key part in providing subject matter expertise and technical assistance to key company projects.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

- Qualified/Part qualified accountant would be desirable
- Detailed knowledge of SORP Report and Accounts requirements for different investment vehicles
- Ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and clients at senior management level
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
- Ability to plan and organise workload to meet deadlines
- Ability to identify and initiate process
- A proven strong commitment to service quality
- Proven ability to work independently and to motivate and influence others

If you are currently looking for your next contract assignment and the above fits within your experience then please send your CV and contact me ASAP.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.