Accountant (2+ Years' PQE) (O912579)
Stanley, Falkland Islands
Accounting & Finance
Salary DOE plus benefits package
Full time / Permanent
Job description
Overview
Our client is an international Accounting and Audit practice, part of a global network , now expanding their reach to serve the Falkland Islands with a new office, hence now actively seeking a commercially minded, qualified accountant (ICAEW/ACCA, minimum of 2 years' PQE) to lead and manage the new office. This is a unique opportunity to establish and lead a division within a global firm, in making a significant impact in a dynamic and exciting market.
As an Accountant here you will:
- Lead and manage all aspects of the Falkland Islands office
- Develop and grow the local team, with support from the company's Isle of Man and Gibraltar offices
- Responsible for recruiting and developing a full-time team of trainee and qualified auditors and accountants for the office
- Engage in strategic, board-level discussions and provide financial insights to key stakeholders
- Build strong relationships with clients, government officials, and community leaders within the Falkland Islands
- Drive business performance and contribute to the firm's growth in the region
The ideal candidae for the role of Accountant will be:
- ACA / ACCA qualified with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience
- Strong knowledge of IFRS, ideally gained from a Top 20 accountancy practice
- Proven ability to develop relationships with senior stakeholders (FDs, MDs, CEOs, government ministers and officials)
- Commercial acumen and business development skills