Job Listings

Company: A Bermudian Dental Practice
Open: Bermudians and non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Our client, a well-known and large Bermudian Dental Practice, requires qualified Dental Assistants.

Job Description: The successful applicant will work closely with dentists in the care and treatment of patients’ teeth in order to provide first-class oral care.

Duties include:

• Patient charting
• Administering routine treatments
• X-rays
• Perform chair-side assistance as required

Requirements:

• A recognised professional qualification e.g. ADAA
• Friendly disposition and experience of providing excellent patient care
• A degree level education is an advantage

Company: Reinsurance Company
Open: Bermudians and non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Our client, a fast growing Bermuda-based reinsurance company require a Head of Finance. The successful candidate will play an important, pivotal role in the business and, in addition to managing the day to day operations of the finance function, will work with the board to drive the business forward.

Job Description:

Duties include:

• Preparation of management and statutory accounts
• Monitoring, measuring, and forecasting business performance
• Overseeing a small finance team
• Preparation of statutory returns
• Liaison with 3rd parties (auditors, regulators etc.)
• Implementing systems and internal controls to minimise exposure to risk

Requirements:

• Internationally recognised accounting qualification (CA, ACCA, CGA etc.) plus a minimum of 8 years’ post qualification experience in a financial environment, preferably insurance or reinsurance
• Excellent knowledge of US GAAP
• Highly IT literate
• A proven track record in initiating and leading projects
• Strong people management skills
• Personable, approachable, and able to communicate effective with all levels of staff

Company: Medium-sized Trust Firm
Open: Bermudians and non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Our client, a medium-sized trust firm with an office in Bermuda, is seeking a qualified trust administrator. The successful candidate will be responsible for the efficient administration of a number of trusts and companies, and will have a professional qualification (STEP, ISCA or recognised accountancy qualification).

Job Description:

Duties include:

• Ensuring compliance with relevant laws
• Dealing directly with clients and their advisors
• Reviewing financial statements
• Billing and fee collection

Requirements:

• 3 years’ experience of trust and company management
• Good knowledge of trust and company law
• Recognised trust/accountancy qualification (STEP, ICSA, ACA etc)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Company: Leading IT company
Open: Bermudians and non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Our client, a leading Bermuda-based Information Technology company, require an experienced financial controller. The successful candidate will take responsibility for accurate and timely preparation of all financial, statutory, and management accounts, and improve financial processes and procedures.

Job Description:

Duties include:

• Preparation of monthly management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow forecasts)
• Assisting the Financial Director with preparation of the annual budget
• Balance sheet reconciliations, maintenance of fixed asset register and associated schedules
• Credit control and debt collection
• Cash management and forecasting
• Preparation of annual accounts and arranging and overseeing the annual audit
• Managing and training a small accounting team

Requirements:

• A professional accounting qualification (CA, ACA)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• Experience of US GAAP and SEC compliance
• Knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Office

Company: Big 4 + Others
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Locations: Bermuda, Cayman and other locations worldwide including Dubai, Singapore, Hong Kong, Australia and New Zealand

Job Description:

Several ‘Big 4’ and medium tier accountancy firms require experienced and suitable qualified Audit Seniors and Audit Managers for their Autumn 2008 intake.

Key requirements of the role are:-

• Form a key part of teams of qualified staff to complete audit assignments.
• Candidates communicate well with other team members and with senior management including partners
• Excellent people-skills are necessary to develop working relationships with clients.
• Knowledge of Financial Reporting (UK and Canadian GAAP an advantage), technical expertise and attention to detail is required.

Requirements include:-

• An internationally recognized accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of Sarbox/IFRS an advantage.
• Candidates will need to be willing to carry out overtime and travel as required.
• IT proficient with Microsoft Office applications amongst others.

Company: Captive Manager
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing date: Open
Send application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Job Description:

Our client, one of the largest captive management companies in the world, is urgently seeking Account Executives for their Autumn 2008 intake. The successful candidates will be responsible for the day to day management of a portfolio of captive insurance companies. A central part of the roles will be the provision of the accounting and regulatory needs of the client companies including:-

• Preparing timely and accurate management financial statements.
• Prepare annual GAAP audited financial statements.
• Overseeing the year-end audit process.
• Deal with all enquiries from third-party service providers.
• Successfully manage the client relationship.
• Carry out other project work as required.

Requirements:

• An internationally recognized accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA or equivalent).
• Experience of UK or Canadian GAAP a distinct advantage.
• Client care is central to this role therefore effective communication skills are essential

Company: Big 4 Audit & Advisory Firm
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing Date: Open
Send Application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Job Description:

As an audit senior for a Big 4 firm you will be assigned to the audits of primarily financial services firms operating within Bermuda focused on Insurance and Investments. Key attributes for the role include:-

• Ability to communicate effectively with the client and develop a working relationship.
• An ability to work within a team and to communicate effectively with the team.
• An understanding of the accounting and disclosure issues associated with each client.
• A consciousness of deadlines and effective communication of potential issues to the client and senior management.

Requirements:

• An international accounting designation (ACA, CPA, CA or ACCA or equivalent).
• Prior audit experience is highly advantageous.
• Financial services experience, specifically in insurance and/or investments is also an advantage.
• IT proficiency with audit software and major applications such as Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of UK/US/Canadian GAAP and IFRS.

Company: Fund administrator for funds/hedge funds
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing Date: Open
Send Application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Job Description:

Our clients are providers of administration services for funds and hedge funds domiciled in Bermuda. The successful candidate will:-

• Prepare the valuation of their assigned funds on a weekly/monthly basis as applicable.
• Be responsible for accounting and reconciling their funds for review by senior management.
• Will be the main contact for auditors and regulatory authorities in relation to the funds and liaise accordingly.
• Be able to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Must be extremely deadline conscious and have a flexible approach to working hours to ensure assigned tasks are completed to deadline.

Requirements:

• An accounting designation is preferred (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent) OR an appropriate level of experience in fund/hedge fund accounting.
• Experience of working in a deadline orientated environment.
• Above average communication skills and experience of working in a team environment is advantageous.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and with accounting software packages.

Company: Captive Insurance Management Company
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing Date: Open
Send Application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Job Description:

Our client is seeking to source account executives for its expanding captive management operations in Bermuda. The successful candidate will be assigned several captive insurance companies across a variety of industries. The successful candidate will be expected to perform the accounting duties for these companies including (but not restricted to):-

• Preparing management financial statements to deadline (monthly/quarterly).
• Prepare annual GAAP audited financial statements.
• Liaise with auditors and regulatory authorities as appropriate.
• Perform and account for the accounting transactions required for each company.
• Communicate effectively with client staff.
• Prepare additional financial reports and engage in project work as requested by clients/senior management.

Requirements:

• An internationally recognized accounting qualification (ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Prior experience of insurance/reinsurance and/or risk management is preferred.
• Sound accounting technical knowledge and familiarity with the requirements of UK/US/Canadian GAAP and IFRS.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.
• Proficiency with IT applications and specifically Microsoft Office.

Company: A leading captive insurance manager
Open: Bermudians and Non-Bermudians
Closing Date: Open
Send Application to: jobs@bermuda4u.com

Job Description:

The candidate will be required to manage, on a day-to-day basis, a portfolio of captive insurance companies. Key duties include:-

• Preparation of management financial statements on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.
• Preparation of GAAP audited financial statements as required.
• Liaison with regulatory authorities and auditors as required.
• Possible attendance at board meetings of the parent companies of the captive insurance companies.
• An ability to work effectively in a team structure.

Requirements:

• A professional accounting designation (ie ACA, ACCA, CPA or equivalent).
• Prior experience of insurance, risk management or captive insurance would be an advantage.
• A high level of self-motivation.
• A familiarity with US, UK and IFRS GAAP would also be an advantage.
• Proven IT skills and experience of Microsoft Applications.