Client Accountant

Job Description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DELIVERABLES
 Preparation of financial statements for a diverse range of client companies and trusts to be reviewed by the Client Accounting Team Leader/Director.
 Review and understand the accounting records of client companies and obtain further information from the administrator or client if required.
 Ad-hoc and year end bookkeeping.
 Preparation and submission of IoM and UK tax returns for client companies.
 Undertaking annual Economic Substance reviews of client companies.
 Undertaking FATCA and CRS annual reporting reviews.
 Provision of technical accountancy advice and support to both clients and staff.
 Liaising with external accountants and review of externally prepared accounts.
 Preparation of client company VAT returns, liaison with the local VAT office and completion of related book-keeping.
 Managing all deadlines associated with the job role.
 Complying with the Corporate Service Providers and Anti Money-Laundering Legislation on the Isle of Man, including compliance with the guidance notes issued by the regulators and all relevant internal policies and procedures.
SKILLS COMPLEXITY AND CREATIVITY
Essential
 Able to develop smooth and constructive relationships with colleagues, outside agencies, organisations and individuals.
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 Ability to work independently under pressure and meet deadlines with a high degree of accuracy.
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 Excellent numeracy and verbal/written communication skills
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 High level of organisational and prioritisation skills.
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 Friendly and professional manner.
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 Sound business acumen and excellent technical abilities.
Able to research, interpret and analyse financial information/statistical data and report accordingly.
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EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, TYPICALLY
Essential
Desirable
 Part qualified or qualified ACCA or equivalent level of qualification
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 At least 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role.
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 Previous experience at dealing with UK and IoM tax issues.
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 Previous experience at dealing with FATCA/CRS
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 Preparation and overview statutory financial statements and accounting systems and controls.
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