Junior Accounting Analyst

Birmingham - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this role

This role sits within Preqin a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globallycomplementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.

Job Overview

Reporting to a Vice President this role will primarily support accounting reporting treasury and tax functions for a major clients management incentive scheme. Its an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate eager to start a career in accounting.

In this role you will:

Perform treasury services including setting up and reviewing online payments reconciling bank accounts and maintaining liquidity report.
Maintain accounting records and ensure accuracy and completeness of data for both investment and carry funds.
Prepare quarterly and annual investor statements.
Prepare investor cash flow proposal and notices.
Preparing quarter end and year end pack including intercompany loan reconciliations.
Develop knowledge of Colmores existing processes and procedures to ensure maximum effectiveness.
Liaise with auditors and tax advisors to ensure timely provision of audit and tax deliverables.
Liaise with Client Relations to upload documents onto Helios platform.
Monitor product in-box and investigate and prepare responses to investor queries.
Support wider fund accounting team as required including preparation of accounts for one or more funds.

You are a good fit if:

Targeting a professional accounting qualification preferred but not essential.
Accounting degree preferred but not essential.
Experience in a similar role including accounting and treasury functions preferred but not essential.
Private equity knowledge preferred but not essential.
Analytical mind ability to deal with complexity initiative ownership of work resilience and ability to interact professionally with senior client staff essential.
Competent user of MS Excel and other MS products.
An understanding of fund/group structures preferred but not essential.
Working knowledge of accounting databases/running reports.

Our benefits

To help you stay energized engaged and inspired we offer a wide range of employee benefits including: retirement investment and tools designed to help you in building a sound financial future; access to education reimbursement; comprehensive resources to support your physical health and emotional well-being; family support programs; and Flexible Time Off (FTO) so you can relax recharge and be there for the people you care about.

Our hybrid work model

BlackRocks hybrid work model is designed to enable a culture of collaboration and apprenticeship that enriches the experience of our employees while supporting flexibility for all. Employees are currently required to work at least 4 days in the office per week with the flexibility to work from home 1 day a week. Some business groups may require more time in the office due to their roles and responsibilities. We remain focused on increasing the impactful moments that arise when we work together in person aligned with our commitment to performance and innovation. As a new joiner you can count on this hybrid model to accelerate your learning and onboarding experience here at BlackRock.

About BlackRock

At BlackRock we are all connected by one mission: to help more and more people experience financial well-being. Our clients and the people they serve are saving for retirement paying for their childrens educations buying homes and starting businesses. Their investments also help to strengthen the global economy: support businesses small and large; finance infrastructure projects that connect and power cities; and facilitate innovations that drive progress.

This mission would not be possible without our smartest investment the one we make in our employees. Its why were dedicated to creating an environment where our colleagues feel welcomed valued and supported with networks benefits and development opportunities to help them thrive.

For additional information on BlackRock please visit @blackrock Twitter: @blackrock LinkedIn: is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to age disability race religion sex sexual orientation and other protected characteristics at law.

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About this roleThis role sits within Preqin a part of BlackRock. Preqin plays a key role in how we are revolutionizing private markets data and technology for clients globallycomplementing our existing Aladdin technology platform to deliver investment solutions for the whole portfolio.Job Overview R...