Trainee Hedge Fund Accountant

 Trainee Accountant  Immediate Start

£30,000 + STUDY PACKAGE +Bonus +Benefits

 

We are seeking a motivated Trainee Accountant to join our dynamic Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for candidates eager to develop their accounting skills and gain valuable experience in a supportive environment. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training to become a qualified Accountant (ACCA/CIMA).

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the production and validation of daily trading P&Ls/NAVs.
• Support portfolio pricing activities.
• Capture all trading-related fees accurately.
• Contribute to the month-end process for trading portfolios and entities.
• Aid in tax analysis and reporting related to trading activities.
• Assist with audit cycles and related tasks.
• Prepare and maintain accruals and prepayments schedules.
• Help in the preparation of management accounts.
• Work on process improvement initiatives and enhance controls.

Requirements:

• A keen understanding of core liquid products and trading mechanisms (e.g., cash equities, equity swaps, FX, listed equity options, bonds, ETFs).
• Strong numeracy skills and a desire to learn.
• Excellent communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Excel.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective time management and prioritization skills.
• Ability to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong analytical skills for identifying variances and flagging issues.
• Willingness to tackle additional queries and ad hoc projects.

• Educational Background:
  
  
  • Relevant degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related field (preferred).
• Understanding of Financial Products:
  
  
  • Basic knowledge of core liquid products and how they are traded (e.g., cash equities, equity swaps, FX, bonds, ETFs).
• Numeracy Skills:
  
  
  • Strong mathematical abilities for accurate financial analysis.
• Communication Skills:
  
  
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration.

Join us to kickstart your career in accounting with a focus on product control and gain exposure to a wide range of business areas. We are committed to your professional development and success!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!