Somerset West: Junior Trust Accountant

Key Responsibilities 1. Preparation of Financial Statements (Trusts & Companies) Prepare complete financial statements for Trusts (and limited companies) Process bank statements using Excel templates Process investment cash accounts and compile investment schedules Calculate loan interest where applicable Reconcile the company’s Management fees Review resolutions, agreements, and supporting documentation Liaise with Administrators for supporting records and documents Populate Trial Balances on Excel and transfer figures into Draftworx Check and verify financial statement PDFs before submission for review 2. Reporting and Progress Tracking Report on outstanding information required to finalize financial statements Update client tickets with progress and query notes Generate weekly WIP and pending sign-off/tax return reports 3. Client and Administrator Support Resolve financial statement-related queries Prepare interest calculations upon request and submit for review before release Respond promptly to additional financial information requests 4. Follow-Ups and Deadlines Maintain consistent follow-ups on outstanding client information and documentation Ensure all deliverables are met within required timelines 5. Timekeeping and Reporting Accurately complete and submit weekly timesheets by COB Fridays 6. Tax Return Assistance (Trusts & Companies) Prepare and load DRAFT tax returns on MNS (not submit) Save DRAFT returns to server for review Create new entities on MNS and liaise with MRA for client detail updates Qualifications & Experience A relevant financial qualification (e.g., BCom Accounting, Financial Management, or similar) Minimum 23 years experience in accounting, with exposure to Trusts preferred Proficient in Excel and accounting software such as Draftworx and MNS Strong reconciliation, reporting, and analytical skills Excellent communication and organizational abilities High level of accuracy, integrity, and attention to detail Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted