Assistant Manager , Client Accounting (Real Estate)

Our client is looking for an Assistant Manager to join their Client Accounting and

Reporting team, taking responsibility for managing financial records, preparing

management accounts and financial statements, and ensuring clients' accounting

needs are met to the highest standard.

A s a key member of the Client Accounting and Reporting team, you’ll help manage

the financial records and reporting for multiple client entities. You’ll ensure accurate,

up- to- date accounting data and support the preparation of management accounts

and finan cial statements (including audited and regulated entities) under the

appropriate accounting standards. You’ll work to consistently meet client and

regulatory deadlines, and you’ll also take responsibility for providing day - to- day

guidance to the wider team and cover for managers when required.

A vital part of the role is a high degree of preparation of the accounting deliverables

as well as regular client interaction. The role holder is expected to produce an

excellent quality of output and contribute towards team efficiency, whilst being seen

as a key accounting resource for technical consultations.

Client Accounting and Reporting

• Take hands - on responsibility for bookkeeping and accounts production across

a portfolio of client entities, ensuring deadlines and client expectations are

met.

• Prepare and/or review management accounts and financial statements

(unaudited and audited), applying the appropriate accounting standards (FRS

102, FRS 102 Section 1A and IFRS as relevant).

• Maintain accurate client ledgers, ensuring all transactions are supported by

appropriate source documentation.

• Collaborate with property managers, administrators, auditors and relevant

third parties to resolve queries and progress deliverables.

• Prepare ad hoc financial reports for internal analysis and client information

purposes.

• Manage and deliver Jersey Tax Returns, ensuring submission deadlines are

met.

• Prepare and submit CRS/FATCA reporting in line with required deadlines.

• Monitor WIP and minimise write - offs by reviewing work for accuracy and

completeness before submission.

• Identify and support efficiency and process improvement opportunities across

the team.

• Maintain a strong awareness of risk and controls, ensuring compliance with

internal procedures and applicable regulatory obligations.

People Leadership

• Support junior team members, providing technical guidance and coaching to

support their development.

• Review team output regularly to ensure work is accurate, complete and

delivered to a high standard.

• Help allocate work across the team and maintain effective day - to- day

coordination.

• Support appraisals, objective - setting and ongoing feedback discussions.

• Ensure clear two - way communication within the team, maintaining a positive

and collaborative working environment.

• Provide cover for managers within your management group during periods of

absence.

Key Skills

• Holds a professional accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent) with

at least 5 years of relevant industry experience.

• Proven experience in a Real Estate accounting role, with extensive exposure to

offshore trusts, company structures and partnerships at both PropCo and

HoldCo levels.

• Strong practical understanding of FRS 102, FRS 102 Section 1A and IFRS.

• Experience working with auditors, clients and other third - party stakeholders.

• Good knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance frameworks;

Investran/FIS knowledge beneficial but not essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

• Highly detail - oriented with strong organisational and time management skills.

• Clear, professional communicator with a collaborative, client - centric

approach.

• Proactive and solutions - focused, with the ability to coach and support

colleagues.

About Belasko

We are a proudly independent fiduciary and fund administration provider with offices in Guernsey, Jersey, Luxembourg and the UK. We launched in 2011 to provide bespoke solutions to institutional and private clients with a clear and unbiased focus on quality across three service lines: Funds, Corporate Services and Private Wealth. Today we employ over 100 professionals across each of our four locations and have ambitions to grow further, primarily through organic growth and also through targeted M&A activity where it is in line with our strategic vision.

We have a clear focus to grow our Fund Administration offering to appeal to those fund managers looking for more peace of mind and consistency of delivery, particularly where client service standards might be falling with incumbent providers. To achieve this, we have developed a technology solution and on-boarding team that make it easy to transfer administrator, or set-up a new fund with complete confidence that we will plan the details with them up front.

Our vision

To lead the future of fund and fiduciary administration by leveraging technology, exceptional people, and personalised service – enabling our clients to focus on what matters most: performance and growth.

Our Values

Be Clear

We think clearly, communicate simply and deliver with purpose. We cut through the noise and bring focus to complexity

Be Agile

We stay responsive and ready. We adapt, move quickly and act with intention always pushing forward.

Be Confident

We bring intelligent thinking and clear judgement to every challenge. Grounded in expertise, we act decisively and stand by our work.

Be Human

We’re approachable, real and easy to work with. Trusted relationships are at our core.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Management Accountant Department: Finance Job Family: Finance Job Level: 2 NCF Reporting to: Group Financial Controller

About the role

The individual will be part of the Belasko finance team reporting to the Group Financial Controller (“GFC”) and will be responsible for supporting the GFC in maintaining the financial records for all jurisdictions Belasko operate from.

Key responsibilities include:

Day to day activities will include, but are not limited to:

• Support the GFC in maintaining and controlling the nominal ledger for each of the internal Belasko entities in Jersey, Guernsey, UK and Luxembourg as well as any other jurisdictions Belasko may launch in.

• Support the GFC in running the sales ledger and generate sales invoices for each of the operating companies including maintaining the fee profiles within NavOne that agree to client agreements.

• Manage and oversee the purchase ledger for each operating entity. • Oversee the reconciling of the bank accounts. • Deliver WIP reporting to enable the business to effectively manage its income and maximise

revenue. • Monitor aged debts and develop a relationship with the business to ensure debts are

collected. • Support the GFC in delivering stand alone and consolidated monthly management account

packs for the Group and developing the reporting templates needed to efficiently and effectively deliver information to management to enable then to successfully run the business and analyse variances from budget or expected outcomes.

• Assist GFC and the FP&A function to deliver budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis. • Support the GFC in the preparation of the annual financial statements for each operating

entity in line with agreed accounting standards, FRS 102. This will include preparing Lux GAAP statements for consolidation.

• The role will be responsible for the intercompany reconciliation and processing and applying transfer pricing models as agreed by the business for the cross charge of income and expenses as agreed by the business.

• Assist with the cash management of the business to ensure regulatory capital requirements and future spending adequately managed and controlled.

• Support the GFC in developing and enhancing the policies and procedures and financial control mechanisms in place to ensure a strong corporate governance is wrapped around the financial reporting.

• Support the GFC throughout annual audit process, ensuring efficient and timely completion. Act as a key liaison with external auditors, facilitating their engagement.

• Assist in the preparation of Financial Statements, ensuring compliance with FRS102 and relevant regulatory requirements.

• Assist with group-wide VAT, GST, and corporate tax compliance. • Liaise with the external audit team to ensure the timely and effective completion of audit

fieldwork. Facilitate the collection and review of supporting documentation, address audit queries, and support the resolution of issues to meet reporting deadlines across group entities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Qualified Accountant preferably with 1-2 years PQE

• Advanced excel reporting skills.

• PowerBI skills an advantage.

• Knowledge and experience of NavOne (our general ledger).

• Knowledge of banking platforms.

• Knowledge of financial function and internal reporting requirements.

• Ability to deliver quality information to strict deadlines.

• A good knowledge of FRS 102.

Skills Required:

• Motivated self-starter with excellent organisational skills and able to work to tight deadlines.

• Ambition to continually improve processes to help develop the reporting function to deliver key management information to enable the business to make key decisions.

• Ability to work independently / under pressure and to prioritise work as is being able to work

as part of and lead a small team.

• Drive and determination to deliver accurate financial information to enable the management team to drive the business forward.

Management Accountant (FTC – 12 Months Maternity Cover)

Location: Roberts Garages Springfield (HO)

Reporting to: Finance Director

Hours : 25hrs per week

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Management Accountant to join our finance team on a 12-

month fixed-term contract to provide maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to work closely with

senior finance leaders, play a key role in financial reporting, and support decision-making across the

business.

About the Role

As Management Accountant, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, delivering

timely and insightful reporting, and supporting the continued development of financial controls and

processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver month-end processes within deadlines, including reconciliation of intercompany and

balance sheet accounts

• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and ensure cash is accurately accounted for

• Prepare weekly flash reports and monthly management accounts

• Develop KPIs and management information to support business decision-making

• Assist with the implementation and monitoring of internal financial policies and controls

• Ensure timely completion of statutory returns, including GST, ITIS and Social Security

• Maintain and update the Chart of Accounts

• Support the development and improvement of finance systems (including NetSuite)

• Identify opportunities to enhance systems, processes and controls

• Assist with the preparation of annual statutory accounts

• Contribute to budgeting and forecasting processes

• Provide financial support and guidance to operational teams

• Support wider finance and administration activities as required

About You

• Part-qualified accountant or qualified by experience

• Proven experience in a commercial accounting environment

• Strong understanding of financial processes, reporting, and controls

• Experience with NetSuite is highly desirable

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (especially Excel)

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the business

• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently using your own initiative

• A collaborative team player with a continuous improvement mindset

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package

• Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership

• Exposure to a broad range of finance activities

• A supportive and collaborative working environment

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Job Description

Senior Tax Manager Working closely with the Tax Director you will be expected to support the Tax Director in developing the Tax Department and the client base of BDO Limited. As Senior Tax Manager you will be involved in supporting a diverse range of clients including Channel Island, UK and international corporates, private clients, and entrepreneurs. On a day-to-day basis, this will include advising on tax structuring, including inward investment into the UK and Europe; ad-hoc advisory assignments including due-diligence support; compliance services; supporting the audit department in the audit of tax; and business development. You’ll be someone who can work pro-actively, managing your own tasks, but you’ll also be confident collaborating with others, communicating regularly with peers, Directors and staff to enable us to serve our clients effectively. You’ll be encouraged and supported to identify and develop new business opportunities, both with existing clients and prospects, contributing to the growth of the team and enhancing delivery to our clients. Personal Attributes  Is collaborative and works well with others

 Open to new ideas and excited about innovation

 Excellent communication and organisation skills

 Pro-active, enthusiastic and self-motivated

 Has a commercial focus and growth mindset

 Active interest in supporting the development of staff

Experience  Experience of coaching and developing staff

 Extensive Jersey income tax experience

 Experience of UK corporation tax desirable but not essential

 Experience of managing client portfolios including control of client take on and engagement, billings and cash collection

Education  CTA and/or ACA qualified (or equivalent) and able to demonstrate post qualification experience

Skills  Strong technical knowledge

 Excellent written and communication skills

 Ability to manage multiple clients and client engagements concurrently

 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

 Effective delegation with the ability to coach and mentor team members

 Innovative and open to new ways of working

Responsibilities & Key Results

 Responsible for managing multiple clients and client engagements, from onboarding to completion, reporting to the Tax Director

 Support the Tax Director with business development and identifying new opportunities

 Work with the team to develop efficiencies and innovate service delivery

 Collaborate across practice to develop our combined service propositions

 Support with internal training and development

 Support with the firm’s growth initiatives