Associate Client Accountant (ACCA part-qualified with 1-2 yrs exp)

Overview

In this role you will support the Capital Markets Europe team with accounting and financial reporting for SPVs and capital markets transactions. You’ll work alongside qualified accountants to prepare accounts, assist audits, and develop IFRS and local GAAP skills. It’s a strong entry point for graduates pursuing ACCA, offering exposure to securitisations and complex SPV structures. You collaborate with cross‑regional teams to drive efficient financial processes and continuous improvement. A clear hook is the opportunity to grow technically in a global capital markets environment.

Pay / Benefits

• annual leave
• tuition reimbursement
• referral bonuses
• success-sharing bonuses or commission plans
• hybrid or remote work options

Responsibilities

• Prepare trial balances and draft financial statements for a portfolio of SPVs
• Post journal entries and perform reconciliations across cash, accruals, prepayments, revenue and expenses
• Support monthly/quarterly management accounts and client deliverables
• Assist with external audits, preparing schedules and responding to auditor queries
• File VAT and Corporation Tax returns and assist with iXBRL tagging
• Liaise with clients, auditors and third-party providers to progress deliverables
• Collaborate with colleagues across Europe, Asia and the US on global processes
• Participate in ad hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives
• Build familiarity with capital markets products, SPV structures and regulatory requirements

Key requirements

• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business or a related discipline (2:1 preferred)
• Commitment to pursue ACCA within the next three years
• Basic accounting knowledge including debits/credits and double-entry bookkeeping
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise deadlines
• High attention to detail and problem-solving ability
• Collaborative, client-focused demeanour
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint
• Interest in capital markets, securitisations or SPV accounting

• collaborative team player
• strong attention to detail
• problem-solving
• IFRS
• local GAAP
• double-entry bookkeeping

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