Senior Accountant
Altitude Recruitment
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established fiduciary and corporate services group in Guernsey, offering exposure to a broad range of wealth management disciplines.
The Role
Reporting to the board, this is an integral position within a busy accounting team responsible for a large portfolio of trust and corporate structures. Key responsibilities include:
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Preparation and review of financial statements and tax compliance for approximately 500 entities
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Ensuring regulatory and legal compliance across all financial activities and reporting
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Supervising and mentoring junior team members, setting KPIs and managing performance
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Managing the external audit process for GFSC-regulated clients (IFRS and UK GAAP/FRS 102)
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Assisting with Guernsey Tax, UK Corporation Tax and VAT returns
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Supporting regulatory filings including FATCA, CRS and Economic Substance
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Contributing to the implementation of governance frameworks and digital accounting tools
What You’ll Need
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ACA, ACCA or CIMA qualified
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Minimum 5 years’ experience ideally in the trust and fiduciary sector
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Strong understanding of IFRS and GAAP within a client accounting context
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Excellent communication skills and attention to detail
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Ability to work on own initiative and adapt to changing priorities