It’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra. 

At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.

But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that. 

We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as an Accountant. Reporting to the Manager Accounting, this full-time and permanent position is based in our Malta office and offers regional coverage, allowing you to make a significant impact to our Funds business and it’s growth.

Key Responsibilities:

Clients and Commercial

• Keeping the books of account of companies of an international clientele up to Trial Balance stage
• Preparing management accounts and liaising with the external auditors
• Preparing and filing VAT returns
• Keeping abreast of technical developments in VAT, Income Tax and relevant Accounting Standards, including IFRS and GAPSME, also by attending relevant seminars and courses
• Assisting with the day to day operations
• Responsibilities for handling the more complex accounting matters
• Reviewing Financial Statements and returns
• Acting as a point of contact for clients, shareholders, advisors and other interested parties
• Attending clients board meeting as and when required
• Maintaining records both in hard copies and on electronic databases
• Other related duties as may from time to time be reasonably required

Service Delivery

• Works closely with the Manager, Accounts and the accounting team to ensure adequate support for the accounting operations and to help meet department targets
• Works closely with the Manager, Accounts to ensure the quality of client services and adherence to their requirements in compliance with regulatory requirements

Regulatory and Corporate Governance

• Keeping abreast of developments in accounting, VAT, Income Tax and Accounting Standards, and other relevant laws to ensure that the Vistra Group complies with the respective regulations for the jurisdictions in which we operate
• Uphold Vistra’s values by promoting a culture of professionalism, teamwork and equality

Experience: 

• At least 2 years relevant experience in an organisation active in Accounting, Audit, Trust or Corporate sectors
• Proven track record of exceeding targets
• Direct operational experience of international structures and private clients

Qualification: 

• Part qualified through the ACCA qualification (preferably be in possession of ACCA Taxation Malta TX/F6).