TMF

TMF Group is a leading provider of administrative services, helping clients invest and operate safely around the world.

As we’re a global company with 11,000+ colleagues based in over 125 offices across 87 jurisdictions, we actively seek out people with the talent and potential to flourish at TMF Group, whatever their background, and offer job opportunities to the broadest spectrum of people. Once on board we nurture and promote talented individuals, making sure that senior positions are open to all.

As the Trainee Accountant you will support the Accounting and Tax team on a day-to-day basis, with a portfolio of corporate clients for whom TMF provides accounting services.

Responsible for delivering specified deliverables to clients in accordance with deadlines;

· Assist with implementing changes to procedures, guidelines, etc.;

· Escalate client/work issues to Senior Accountant/ Supervisor;

· Collect appropriate data from clients and input into database as required;

· Establish and maintain a good working relationship with clients and colleagues;

· Deal with or act on correspondence from third parties including authorities and, auditors, etc.;

· Support the implementation and updating of accounting systems, if needed;

· Support clients with service delivery matters;

· Attend client meetings, as required;

· Prepare client work in accordance with procedures;

· Work with clients to ensure required data is received in good time;

· Prepare and submit approved returns, submissions, accounts, reports et al as applicable;

· Use specific software programs and maintain databases as required;

· Inputting/ uploading information in system;

· Review, test and reconcile the work and data received from third parties;

· Banking, cash and cashbook maintenance;

· Debtor and creditors maintenance and reconciliations;

· VAT returns, ESR notifications and returns;

· Monthly, quarterly and annual management reports;

· Assist with the coordination of monthly and annual trackers;

· Personal utilization of 85% - whereby 85% of hours are aligned to client work and service delivery.

Qualified Accountant (CPA, ACCA, CA) in recognized professional body is an advantage;

· No relevant experience is required. Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply;

· Sound knowledge of international accounting practices (IFRS) and key updates;

· Self-motivated, well-organized and a strong sense of responsibility with positive working attitude;

· Excellent skills in use of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office;

· Experience in QuickBooks, Zoho, SAP and other key accounting software is an advantage;

· Good command of written and spoken English.

· Other characteristics: reliable, self-motivated and able to work independently and as part of a team.

Pathways for career development

• Work with colleagues and clients around the world on interesting and challenging work;
• We provide internal career opportunities so you can take your career further within TMF;
• Continuous development is supported through global learning opportunities from the TMF Business Academy;

Making an impact

• You’ll be helping us to make the world a simpler place to do business for our clients;
• Through our corporate social responsibility program, you’ll also be making a difference in the communities where we work;

A supportive environment 

• Strong feedback culture to help build an engaging workplace;
• Our inclusive work environment allows you to work from our offices around the world, as well as from home, helping you find the right work-life balance to perform at your best