Waystone

Waystone in Exeter seeks a qualified accountant to join its growing fund administration team. You will manage accounting records for sizeable fund clients, review management accounts, and prepare financial statements under IFRS and UK GAAP. Strong communication, mentoring, and deadline discipline are essential. ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualification (or finalist) and at least 3 years' experience are required, with proficiency in Excel and Word.

About Waystone Waystone is a leading asset-servicing solutions provider of institutional governance, administration, risk and compliance services to financial institutions. With over 25 years' experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone helps our clients structure, operate and grow through our expertise, innovation and digitisation, backed by the operational scale to support global expansion. Summary: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Waystone are looking to recruit a qualified accountant to join their growing fund administration business based in Exeter, Devon. The successful candidate will be ACA/ACCA/CIMA qualified with a minimum 3 years in a relevant environment and possess strong technical accounting, interpersonal and communication skills. The role is responsible for all aspects of fund administration and accounting, including the review of detailed accounting information relating to a portfolio of alternative investments. The successful candidate will be expected to consistently demonstrate exceptional internal and external service with clients, along with our core values of Integrity, Commitment and Performance. REQUIREMENTS Key Accountabilities and Main Responsibilities Maintain the accounting records for a number of large fund clients (assets in the £100's of millions), and liaise with the Investment Managers with respect to the companies' activities Review of Monthly/Quarterly management accounts and other accounting reports in accordance with agreed timetables Produce Board packs and attend Board meetings Review of Net Asset Valuation reports and supporting calculations Prepare half year and annual financial statements in accordance with the relevant accounting standards (IFRS and UK GAAP) and liaise with Auditors Act as a mentor to help develop junior staff and oversee their work Each member of staff has responsibility to adhere to our policies and procedures. In particular, to ensure operational controls are carried out in accordance with agreed procedures and to ensure the ongoing mitigation of business risk. In this regard, regular training should be agreed with the departmental manager / team leader. Client Client Relationship: Point-of-contact for multiple clients (internal and external) at a daily operational level. Liaising with Investment Managers, Rental Agents / Property Managers, Depositaries, Auditors, Tax Agents and Brokers where issues arise with regards the day-to-day running of the company. Operational Ensuring books and records are correct and that accounting information is correctly treated. Cash and Position Reconciliations, with support from junior team members. Review of Company management accounts and associated support schedules NAV Calculation preparation and review. Ensure deadlines are met by planning and scheduling effectively, including the use of our operational improvement software, Enlighten. Compliance / Management Information: To comply with appropriate internal controls within area of responsibility Ensuring that operational checklists are followed Prepare and maintain the procedures within the team Project / Ad hoc duties: To complete special projects and to perform other duties as required Experience & Personal Attributes Required ACCA/CIMA/ACA qualified/finalist. Experienced user Excel and Word. Thorough knowledge of accounting techniques and principles, sound knowledge of UK GAAP and IFRS. Minimum of 3 years strong accounting experience in a relevant environment Strong communication skills. Demonstrably methodical, organised. Proven ability to meet deadlines. Highly numerate, accurate. Strong attention to detail. Good team player. Demonstrate good supervisory and leadership skills. Desirable Yardi / SimCorp Dimension / Allvue /FIS InvestOne (formerly SunGard) Financial services experience, desirable but certainly not essential Exposure to Group accounting with experience of consolidations Subsidiary reporting Competencies Required Self-motivated, enthusiastic and dedicated Excellent customer service Embraces innovation, change and seeks continuous improvement Capable of managing multiple concurrent tasks in a demanding business environment Able to work with internal and external stakeholders at all levels, including senior management Able to use own initiative and the ability to work through issues with minimal supervision Communication Results focused Technical awareness Team Working

About Waystone Waystone is a leading asset servicing solutions provider of institutional governance, administration, risk and compliance services to financial institutions. With over 25 years' experience and a comprehensive range of specialist services to its name, Waystone helps our clients structure, operate and grow through our expertise, innovation and digitisation, backed by the operational scale to support global expansion. Summary: The role is an integral part of the group, AS business and plays a pivotal role in the management of the customer base and of the AS RM team in proactively managing and supporting customers from a service satisfaction, commercial and internal support perspective. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES The key responsibilities of the role are broken down as follows: Service Satisfaction Manage directly assigned clients and oversee the coverage of all AS clients both clients covered directly by the forming Relationship Management function in each region but also indirectly covered clients by business/operational leaders in fund administration or corporate services. Co ordinate a consistent coverage model under AS RM program ensuring best in class engagement design to support BAU client delivery satisfaction, C suite engagement, group/product/business strategy communication, regular visit schedule, client event drive and in coordination with BD to maximise the growth potential of the client base. Create a documented RM program as above targeting agreed top 30-50 clients. Have an identified lower level program & operational cover map for all other clients in AS business. Promote and embed a best in class client service culture within AS business in order to be responsive to customer needs, develop a partnership approach, rapport with customers, external parties in order to deliver top level customer satisfaction and maximize the potential for repeat business from each customer. Engage with RM teams across Waystone to deliver a consistent level of service and model across countries and products, in particular for global relationships who engage Waystone across multiple products and multiple countries. Act as escalation point and Executive Sponsor for administration clients, investment managers, Fund Sponsors and Promoters Commercial Work closely with the Relationship Management teams on RM Owned Accounts to develop and maintain Account Plans and ensure that commercial and cross sell opportunities are identified and pursued in order to grow revenue, in conjunction with Business Development teams as may be necessary. Ensure Relationship Managers are aware of the commercial terms and profitability of each of their relationships and ensure remedial action is taken to maintain or grow profitability levels and to minimize Accounts Receivable. Lead periodic reviews of revenue and profitability across clients to ensure sufficient revenue growth and profitability levels are maintained. Support business development on RFP's / RFI's, onsite visits, client pitches, due diligence and represent Waystone at external events, meetings and conferences. Maintain a strong external network across depositaries, auditors, law firms and other ecosystem partners. Maintain awareness of market developments, regulatory changes, and industry trends, ensuring proactive evolution of business practices. Champion the company's culture and values by fostering collaboration, cross functional teamwork, and open communication. Internal Support & Team Management Work closely with global business head, product and operational leaders to ensure customer feedback and concerns are communicated internally and delivered on or responded to. Work closely with internal teams to ensure Waystone business and regulatory needs are communicated to clients and ensure they take required actions including the support of regulatory intelligence build out. Drive mechanisms to monitor service creep and robust KPI management. Team management to ensure Relationship Manager skills are level appropriate for both soft skills and technical, product and regulatory knowledge to best meet customer needs and expectations REQUIREMENTS Motivated with enhanced interpersonal skills and adept at building client relationships; Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills. Highly organised, adaptable, analytically strong decision maker with the ability to set priorities and execute effectively. Collaborative, service oriented leadership style with a commitment to continuous improvement and alignment with organisational values. Minimum 15 years' experience in an investment funds environment. Fund administration experience vital Client facing background with presentation skills. Strong academic background including a Degree in Finance/Business/Economics or related field. Strong IT skills including MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Waystone is seeking a senior Relationship Management leader to oversee direct and indirect client coverage across AS business. You will drive account plans, profitability reviews, and cross-sell initiatives while acting as escalation point for key clients and sponsors. To succeed you will bring 15+ years in investment funds, fund administration experience, and strong client-facing presentation skills, complemented by stakeholder management and strategic thinking in a global, regulated setting.

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