Assistant Manager Accounting

Project Accountants Ltd, a Jersey-based professional services firm, is seeking an Assistant Manager – Accounting to join their team. This role is integral to delivering high-quality accounting and financial reporting services to a diverse client portfolio, primarily within the financial services sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing and reviewing statutory and management reports, overseeing junior team members’ work, and applying strong technical accounting knowledge in accordance with IFRS and UK GAAP. The position demands excellent attention to detail, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Deliver ad-hoc financial analysis and reporting, including cash flow forecasts, budgets, and variance analysis.
- Prepare and review annual and interim financial statements in compliance with IFRS, UK GAAP, and other relevant accounting standards.
- Prepare monthly and quarterly management accounts in client-specific formats within established deadlines.
- Produce financial information for board and committee reporting packs as required.
- Review and ensure quality assurance of work completed by team members, maintaining accuracy and adherence to professional standards.
- Apply and interpret a wide range of accounting standards, providing technical guidance when necessary.
- Draft technical accounting papers addressing accounting treatments, judgments, and the impact of new or amended standards.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
- Qualified or pursuing qualification as an accountant with membership in a recognized professional body such as ACCA, CA, or ICAEW.
- Strong technical accounting expertise, particularly in IFRS and UK GAAP.
- Proven experience within the financial services sector.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications.
- Experience reviewing work prepared by others and providing constructive feedback.
- Excellent attention to detail with a consistent focus on delivering high-quality outputs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to logically structure work and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated integrity, professionalism, and adherence to high ethical standards.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

- 5 to 7 years of experience in accounting or finance roles, emphasizing general accounting, financial reporting, and tax compliance.
- Experience supporting month-end and period-end close processes, including preparation of recurring management accounts.
- Previous experience working in the offshore financial services sector is preferred.
- Background in professional services, audit, or accounting advisory environments.
- Exposure to preparing technical accounting memoranda or advisory-style papers.
- Experience providing guidance, review, or informal supervision to junior team members.
- Familiarity with accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, SAP, or similar platforms is desirable.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a remote team environment.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking firm committed to innovation and global outreach in professional services. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team focused on delivering excellence and maintaining the highest standards of accounting practice.