Client Accountant

About the role

A management company growing internationally is looking for Client Accountants to join its Client Accounting function in the Mauritius office. You will work closely with the Accounting Team and the Client Relationship Team to deliver quality accounting services to a portfolio of clients within agreed budgets and in line with policies and procedures.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain and update accurate accounting records by recording and posting transactions manually and through the client's general ledger interface
• Complete periodic bookkeeping and reconciliation tasks on time, including maintaining suspense items within budget and in line with policy
• Handle the setup and processing of newly set up, transferred and closed entities in the General Accounting system
• Keep a thorough understanding of each client in the team's portfolio and carry out other accounting tasks as required

Required profile

• Working towards a professional qualification and at least ACCA Level 2
• 3 years' experience in an offshore management company
• Prior trust accounting experience is mandatory
• Knowledge of international accounting practices and principles in the offshore industry
• Appreciation of the general principles of Trust and Company Law and practice
• Self-motivated, well-presented team player with good organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good oral and written English

Required skills

• Manual and computerised accounting systems, preferably Business Central
• Spreadsheet applications