Team Leader - Accounting

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 Team leader - Accounting. Reporting to the Manager, Accounting, this full-time and permanent position is based in Mauritius and offers regional coverage, allowing you to make a significant impact to our Accounting Team and its’ growth.

Key responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing a portfolio of funds and/ or SPVs.
• Review work done by senior accountants.
• Liaise directly with auditors and internal or external clients as and when required to ensure quality service and resolve any issues.
• Maintain and review details of work completed and time sheets in Time Tracker to allow production of quarterly statistics, and rebilling data.
• Responsible for maintaining relevant data for MIS/ KPIs purposes.
• Provide relevant information in preparing quotes for new clients.
• Assist Assistant managers/ Managers in managing the portfolio of clients.
• Compliance with internal policies and procedures and adherence with relevant accounting procedure manuals.

Key requirements:

• Expert Knowledge of the Private Equity Sector
• In depth knowledge of IFRS and US GAAPs.
• Proficiency in MS office applications (Word & Excel)
• Experience in managing teams.
• Analytical, well organised, and resourceful
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in the financial services sector
• Partly to fully qualified ACCA
• A degree in management, accounting, or finance would be an advantage.

Company Benefits:

At our Vistra Mauritius office, we believe in putting our employees’ well-being first! We offer a flexible hybrid working arrangement and probation leave.

Additionally, we provide a fully sponsored Medical Scheme, Sponsored ACCA and ICSA, Study/Examination Leave, Pension Scheme, Group Personal Accident, Death & Disability Cover and an excellent job exposure and career prospects.

If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!