Management Accountant

LGT Wealth Management UK LLP is a UK-based partnership, wholly owned by the private banking group LGT, which is in turn owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. When we set up LGT Wealth Management in 2008, our aim was to offer a fresh approach to wealth management. Alongside the LLP we also have two other entities which focus on US and Jersey based clients. Our head office is based in London however we have a presence in Edinburgh, Jersey, Leeds, Birmingham, Bristol and Manchester. The plan was simple: put our clients first by providing a transparent service, designed around what is right for each of them. By drawing together in-depth knowledge and experience from across the industry, we provide a flexible, bespoke service adapted to each of our clients’ needs.

Our mission is to create long-term value for all stakeholders. Our culture encourages individuals to generate, develop and implement ideas which will strengthen our business.  Belonging, respect, integrity, conviction and entrepreneurship  are our core values.  As our brand recognition grows, we are fast becoming an employer of choice in our sector.  We have over £30 billion in funds under management and circa 700 staff.

Key Responsibilities:

·       Preparing monthly management accounts for the LGT WM Jersey entity (including support across the other LGT WM UK entities when required).

·       Prepare month end Management and Board Information – including AuA, NAI, ROA, Jersey Team and Jersey Entity reporting.

·       Analysis on the financials – including analytical review and commentary.

·       Support to junior staff responsible for Purchase Invoices, staff expenses and bank reconciliations.

·       Monthly management journals – accruals, prepayments and salaries etc.

·       Maintaining balance sheet reconciliations and Fixed Asset register.

·       Intercompany reconciliations with LGT WM UK Group and the wider LGT group, including communications with Group counterparts.

·       Key UK audit contact for all WMUK entities, alongside the Head of Accounting. Liaising with external auditors, providing relevant and accurate information and answering auditor queries.

·       Assist in preparation of financial statements for all WMUK entities. Adhering to tight timelines set with external auditors.

Regulatory reporting and tax filings.

Key Skills and Technical Requirements:

·       ACA/ACCA qualified or equivalent.

·       Recently qualified or 1 year post-qualified experience necessary.

·       Prior use of an accounting system preferred.

·       Either from an audit background or prior experience of audit involvement.

Other Skills and Attributes:

·       Excellent numeracy, oral & written communication skills.

·       Ability to meet tight deadlines and time management.

·       Attention to detail, accuracy and quality of work.

·       Experience in financial services sector desirable.

·       Advanced Excel skills – VLOOKUP, pivot tables.

We are looking forward to receiving your online application.

For any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

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