Trainee Accountant

Your mission

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Trainee Accountant to join our accounting team. The role is ideal for individuals looking to start a career in financial services. As a Trainee Accountant, you will assist in the preparation and review of financial reports and statements for corporate vehicles, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance. 
You should be interested in taking ACCA exams and serious about developing your accounting career.
This is an office-based role in Jersey, offering the opportunity to play an active part in AVEGA’s growth and help shape our culture, processes and ways of working.

Specifically, you will:

• Supporting in the accounting of a portfolio of entities on day-to-day activity and correspondence. 
• Assist with the daily, weekly, and monthly accounting including bookkeeping, assistance in the preparation of accounting reports and Annual Accounts.
• Reconcile cash, assets, investment and share capital positions records.
• Maintain accounting records in accordance with internal controls and procedures.
• Work with senior accountants and administrators to resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with audit preparation and respond to auditor queries.
• Help prepare reports and statements.
• Ensure adherence to accounting policies and regulatory standards.
• Undertake project-based tasks, internal or external, where necessary.

Your profile

• A strong interest in accounting.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management abilities with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within the financial services industry.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, taking initiative when required 
• A professional and proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and grow.
• Prior internship or coursework in accounting is a plus but not mandatory.
• A-Levels (or equivalent optional but advantageous) with strong academic results.
• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in accounting or a related field (optional but advantageous).
• Commitment to pursuing the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) qualification.

What you can expect

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

• Training Program: Structured on-the-job training and mentoring to build your knowledge in accounting, corporate governance, compliance and regulatory matters.
• Professional Development: Support for pursuing relevant professional qualifications (e.g., ACCA) including exam leave and financial assistance.
• Career Progression: Clear development path with regular performance reviews and opportunities for internal advancement.
• Exposure to Clients: We manage complex cross-border transactions for global private equity firms and established companies across the infrastructure, retail, media, healthcare, telecommunications, and manufacturing industries and delivering flexible, solution-driven support throughout the entire lifecycle of our clients' businesses.
• Collaborative Environment: A supportive team culture where continuous learning and knowledge-sharing are encouraged.

Our benefits include:

• Competitive salary with annual reviews
• Excellent private health care benefits
• Competitive number of days holiday per annum
• Good work-life balance and supportive working hours
• Active sports and social events across our offices 

About us

At AVEGA, we are a leading full-service fund and corporate administration provider headquartered in Luxembourg and expanding in the Jersey market.  Across the group we are 325 people and growing and now cover eight key jurisdictions. 
We are dedicated to delivering comprehensive, solution-oriented services that maximize the value and efficiency of our clients' business structures. We strive to support our clients from the inception of their entities through their entire life cycle. Our expertise and clients span a variety of sectors, including private equity, real estate, private debt, media, telecommunications and health, enabling us to handle complex, cross-border transactions with ease.
For new joiners, AVEGA Jersey offers a unique opportunity to be part of an evolving, dynamic environment where you can make a significant impact.  We are a small team and as you continue to grow, you’ll have the autonomy to shape and build best practices, bring your valued knowledge to the table, and play a key role in developing and training a talented team. This is your chance to contribute to a forward-thinking company while advancing your own professional growth in a supportive, entrepreneurial setting.
With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.