Accountant

Company Description

Standard Bank Offshore is the offshore arm of the Standard Bank Group, a leading Africa focused financial services group, and an innovative player on the global stage. Our international Banking, Lending, Investment, Fiduciary and Wealth Management services offers a variety of career-enhancing opportunities – plus the chance to work alongside some of the sector’s most talented, motivated professionals.

Our clients range from individuals to businesses of all sizes, high net worth families and large multinational corporates and institutions. We’re passionate about creating growth in Africa and SBO is perfectly positioned to support the growth of our organisation from our office in the Isle of Man, Jersey, London, MAUs and South Africa. Bringing true, meaningful value to our clients and the communities we serve and creating a real sense of purpose for you.

Job Description

As an IFS Accountant, you will be responsible for delivering accurate and timely financial reporting for a portfolio of fiduciary clients, including complex and high-value structures. You will ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and internal controls, maintain precise accounting records, and support management and audit activities. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who enjoys working within a dynamic fiduciary environment and adding value through technical expertise and exceptional service.

Qualifications

Key Outputs

- Prepare and review trust and company accounts for a portfolio of fiduciary clients. 
- Produce financial statements, interim reports and meaningful account commentary. 
- Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure data integrity across financial systems. 
- Manage accounting transactions and reconciliations to support accurate financial reporting. 
- Handle tax-related matters in line with legislative and regulatory requirements. 
- Support and mentor junior team members, promoting quality and best practice. 
- Identify and escalate risks, compliance concerns and process improvement opportunities. 
- Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external intermediaries to deliver excellent client service.

Qualifications

- Degree in Finance, Accounting or a related discipline. 
- Relevant professional accounting qualification or international accounting certification. 
- Postgraduate qualification would be advantageous.

Experience

- 5-7 years' experience ideally within trust, fiduciary or financial services environments. 
- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, bookkeeping, reconciliations and financial controls.
- Experience preparing financial statements and working within regulatory frameworks. 
- Knowledge of FRS102 and IFRS and accounting best practices.

Behavioural Competencies:

- Developing Expertise
- Analysing Information
- Meeting Timescales
- Providing Insights
- Establishing Rapport

Technical Competencies:

- Bookkeeping
- Business Acumen (Audit)
- Financial Accounting
- Financial and Accounting Control
- Reconciling Financial Records
- Understanding GAAP

Additional Information

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