Job Vacancy Details
Audit Senior--Alternative Investments
Big 4 Accounts Practice
Bermuda
Permanent ⁄ £30000 - £40000
Updated August 25, 2008
If you are looking for an opportunity to expand your horizons while gaining international experience and strengthening your industry knowledge then this Big 4 firm in Bermuda is offering the perfect opportunity within their Alternative Investments department. As Audit Senior--Alternative Investments, you will enjoy all that Bermuda has to offer in lifestyle, as well as gain specialist knowledge of some of the most innovative and challenging products in today's markets. The client base largely includes hedge funds, mutual funds, and funds to funds; with clients usually operating under US/Canadian GAAP.
Seniors in the Alternative Investment department will predominantly be assigned to offshore fund clients. Each senior is responsible for the entire audit from planning through to report issuance, and on most engagements will work independently. Standard responsibilities include:
• Supervise financial reporting and Statutory filing and compliance assurance engagements of clients.
• Apply technical knowledge of US GAAP, Canadian/Bermuda GAAP, and International Accounting Standards, to enable effective completion of audit engagements.
• Supervise multiple concurrent engagements with professional staff and direct the preparation and completion of reports, accounts and financial statements.
• Ensure quality in delivering client service by directing daily progress of fieldwork, reporting directly to managers and partners of engagement status, and managing performance of assistants.
• Conduct risk and business cycle analysis of clients' business to develop appropriate audit plans to address identified risks and to ensure accurate reporting.
• Be involved in the process of providing advice and assistance to clients on issues relating to accounting, taxation (if applicable), internal controls, and regulatory and financial reporting.
• Mentor assistants by counselling and assisting them in the management of all aspects of their work lives and in obtaining their career objectives.
• Contribute to the development of assistants through on-the-job and in-house training and development courses.
Who we're looking for
• Suitable candidates MUST hold an internationally-recognised accounting qualification such as the CPA/ACA/ACCA.
• Strong in-charge or senior experience with a good track-record in practice audit.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with people at all levels.
• Familiarity of US/Canadian GAAP and/or IFRS is preferred.
• You must be proficient in English.
About our client
Our client is a multinational Big 4 firm. With a strong presence across the Caribbean, this firm is committed to offering staff excellent quality of life alongside fantastic career opportunities with a focus on personal and professional development.
What's on offer
A competitive remuneration package TAX FREE; relocation allowance; superb quality of life in the Caribbean with excellent social and sporting opportunities.
Michael Page Contact
For further info, apply or phone on 020 7831 2000.
Job Ref: 12950189
Your application will be sent to David Angel.
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