Fund Accounting and eFront Support Analyst,
Corporate

Client Accounting & Bookkeeping Support:

This element of the role will involve completing client accounting tasks (to include bookkeeping, financial statements preparation, management accounts and ad hoc reporting) for a variety of Hawksford client relationships, utilising information provided by the accounting and administration teams. All accounting work is expected to be completed accurately and in line with the underlying transactions utilising the relevant policies and procedures.

The accounting tasks will include: 

• Period end (monthly, quarterly, yearly, ad-hoc) closing process including prepayments and accrual posting, reconciliations, interest calculations, amortisation adjustments, valuation adjustments, FX revaluations, amongst others.
• Preparing financial statements and management accounts in accordance with applicable accounting standards (IFRS and UK GAAP).
• Assisting with ad-hoc projects as may be required from time to time.

Skills and Experience:

• A driven, motivated attitude with a passion for technology and problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Strong communication skills and a flexible mindset to adapt to evolving priorities.
• Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
• High level of proficiency in Excel.
• Proficient in Word and Outlook.
• Previous experience of being a “super user” on eFront or similar financial/fund management platforms.
• ACCA/ACA part qualified or be suitably qualified by virtue of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in accounting or relevant field.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IFRS and UK GAAP. Knowledge of other relevant accounting frameworks is an advantage.
• Strong technical skills in accounting field.
• Detailed oriented and apply professional skepticism in accounting practices.
• Committed to quality and timely delivery
• Fluent in English and French (Spoken and written).
• Flexibility to work within UK time zones to dial in for meetings in Europe.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with the ability to plan and prioritise tasks to meet tight deadlines.
• Exposure to FrontScript (eFront Reporting), SQL, reporting tools, or data integration processes.
• Previous technical experience with financial systems.