Overview
Columbia Threadneedle Investments seeks an experienced fund accounting professional to oversee statutory accounts for UK, Jersey, and Luxembourg real estate entities, coordinating audits and preparing board packs. You will train junior team members, drive efficiencies, and support senior management on process improvements and technical accounting matters. This role combines cross-border reporting under UK GAAP and IFRS with a focus on risk control and quality outputs in a client-centric, collaborative culture.
Pay / Benefits
- in-office 4 days per week, 1 day remote
- inclusive and accessible recruitment
- equal opportunity employer
- career development and training
- flexible working arrangements
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and produce annual financial statements for UK, Jersey, and Luxembourg real estate entities under UK GAAP and IFRS
- Liaise with auditors to agree timelines and address audit queries
- Prepare board papers highlighting key points for Board approvals and filings
- Manage financial reporting for Property Management Companies where Columbia Threadneedle is responsible
- Review processes to drive efficiencies and automation
- Provide training to junior fund accounting staff on financial statement preparation
- Coordinate ISAE 3402 audit with internal audit team
- Support senior management on process enhancements and risk mitigation
- Lead on technical accounting matters and prepare accounting papers as needed
Key requirements
- Fully qualified accountant (ACA, ACCA, or similar)
- Excellent understanding of UK GAAP and IFRS
- Strong analytical and attention to detail
- Excellent organisational skills with multiple deadlines
- Ability to manage external advisors and ensure high-quality outputs
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management
- Self-motivated, able to work independently while collaborating with teams
- Significant experience of audit process
- Prior experience in Real Estate and/or Fund Accounting (preferred)
- Prior experience in Financial Services (preferred)
- Prior audit experience (advantageous)
- Excellent communication
- Stakeholder management
- Strong organizational skills
- UK GAAP
- IFRS
- ISAE 3402
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Columbia Threadneedle Investments is an exceptional employer located in Swindon, offering a dynamic work environment that prioritises collaboration and personal growth. With a strong commitment to inclusivity and employee development, we provide ample opportunities for career advancement while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Our culture fosters innovation and efficiency, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the financial services sector.
