Senior Compliance Officer

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Carrying out of file reviews based on internal procedures manual and relevant law
  • Carrying out of internal procedures review based on internal procedures manual
  • Compiling of all data based on review
  • Drafting of compliance reports
  • Compiling of data for all internal and external surveys
  • Perform statistical computation
  • Drafting & updating Procedures Manuals
  • Interpretation and application of current legislations and regulations in corporate and financial services sector
  • Any other cognate duties required by management.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUISITES:

  • Holders of a professional qualification (ACCA, ICSA) or a university graduates in Accounting, Finance, Economics, Law, Management or any other related field
  • At least 3 years relevant working experiences related to compliance.
  • Motivated self-starter and proactive
  • Sound knowledge of relevant legislations, regulations and codes
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint etc)
  • Ability to work independently with an eye for details
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Team player with excellent written and oral communication skills
  • Perform well under pressure
  • Willing to work odd hours when required
  • Good time management with respect to assigned tasks and projects.

Office Attendant

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • To dispatch documents to the right persons or companies and obtain proper signatures.
  • To collect documents or goods and deliver to the right person.
  • Making payments of bills, banking transactions and related transfers.
  • General cleaning, good maintenance of the office premises and vehicles.
  • To pick up and drive clients, employers/employees from one place to another.
  • Kitchen services: Tea breaks/lunch and the housekeeping of the kitchen.

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUISITES:

  • Minimum SC or equivalent certificates.
  • A valid and clean driving license (private car or motorcycle).
  • Good communication skills (English and French).
  • Computer literate (Basic knowledge)
  • A can do, positive attitude.
  • Valid certificate of character.
  • Physically fit and healthy.
  • Responsible, organized and honest.
  • Team spirit – Work with co-workers in a cooperative, friendly manner.
  • Flexible – Work after office hours and weekends when needed.

Administrative Coordinator

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform general clerical duties including, but not limited to, copying, faxing, mailing and filing.
  • Achieve and retrieve records and reports.
  • Follow-up of administrative tasks.
  • Typing and formatting of documents
  • To provide secretarial duties

 

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUISITES:

  • HSC
  • 1 – 2 years of relevant experience in a similar position
  • Dynamic, Committed and Proactive
  • Strong organizational skills
  • Good team player with strong customer service drive
  • Ability to work under pressure and tight deadlines
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills

Assistant Tax Executive– Tax Advisory Department

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Assist in preparation of tax advice for clients;
  • Assist in drafting of relevant documents required in cases of tax litigation with the Mauritius Revenue Authority and Assessment Review Committee;
  • Preparation of tax schedules and tax returns for clients in accordance with the Mauritian Tax Legislation;
  • Handling FATCA and CRS reporting requirements for clients including self-certifications, classifications and filings;
  • Assist in planning and organizing in-house and external tax trainings;
  • Assist in preparation of presentation slides and other reports, as required;
  • Provide support to other departments in terms of tax advice and tax compliance requirements;
  • Provide support to the tax team in other tasks, as and when required.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUISITES

  • Degree in accounting and/or finance or holder of ACCA or ACA level 2;
  • Proficient in MS Office tools, including PowerPoint;
  • Minimum of 2 year’s experience in the accounting field;
  • Knowledge in taxation would be an advantage.
  • Ability to plan, organize and prioritize tasks;
  • Excellent time management and multitasking skills;
  • Committed to meet tight deadlines in a fast paced environment;
  • Team player and ability to work and interact with other departments

Senior Corporate Officer

Company Description
GWMS Ltd (Global Wealth Management Solutions Ltd) is a Mauritius-based financial services company licensed by the Financial Services Commission. It specializes in fund administration, acting as a registered agent and trustee, and providing tailored financial services for high-net-worth individuals and foreign corporations.

Role Description
The Senior Corporate Officer (SCO) role at GWMS Ltd in Rose Hill is a full-time, on-site position. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of client entities (funds, GBCs, Authorized Companies, Foundations, Trusts, and Domestic entities), ensuring regulatory compliance, interacting with internal and external stakeholders, and leading a team. The role focuses on strategic initiatives to achieve clients’ financial objectives.

Qualifications
• Degree in a relevant field with at least 3 to 5 years of experience in the Management Company/Global Business sector.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, IFRS, company secretarial services, and corporate trusteeship.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

We reserve the right to call only the best candidates with the above profile for interviews & not to make any appointments despite this notice.

Corporate Officer

Company Description
GWMS Ltd (Global Wealth Management Solutions Ltd) is a Mauritius-based financial services company licensed by the Financial Services Commission. It specializes in fund administration, acting as a registered agent and trustee, and providing tailored financial services for high-net-worth individuals and foreign corporations.

Role Description
The Corporate Officer (CO) role at GWMS Ltd in Rose Hill is a full-time, on-site position. Responsibilities include managing a portfolio of client entities (funds, GBCs, Authorized Companies, Foundations, Trusts, and Domestic entities), ensuring regulatory compliance, interacting with internal and external stakeholders, and leading a team. The role focuses on strategic initiatives to achieve clients’ financial objectives.

Qualifications
• Degree in a relevant field with at least 3 years of experience in the Management Company/Global Business sector.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks, IFRS, company secretarial services, and corporate trusteeship.
• Excellent leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to meet tight deadlines under pressure.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

We reserve the right to call only the best candidates with the above profile for interviews & not to make any appointments despite this notice.

Junior Finance Administrator – AR

About the job

Job Purpose:

To support and enhance global offices accuracy and capability of finance operations and accounts receivables.

 

Summary:

Roles at this level provide support, directly or indirectly to team based upon a good understanding of a technical, professional or specialised field. They plan and ensure progress within established procedures and clearly defined Company policy. They are expected to identify gaps in information, and conduct analyses to solve/resolve problems and issues with short-term consequences. Individuals are responsible for planning and organising their own work. There is a need for liaison and the co-ordination of activities across a number of subsections of the Company. The work involves encountering changing priorities and differing situations.

 

Principal Accountabilities: 

  • Support global billing processes and tasks.
  • Support in the maintaining of global time records.
  • Support in credit control tasks for global offices.
  • Support the global monthly management information process.
  • Support global weekly KPI and financial analysis process.
  • Input banking in relation to accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Provide cover in absence of other team members.
  • Maintain client and staff confidentiality in accordance with policy.
  • Such other duties as the management may at times reasonably require. This job description is a guide to the principal, current duties of the job. It does not form part of the contract of employment.

 

Our Office Charter

Five simple behavioural promises that will create an amazing and highly productive working environment at Hawksford:

 

No Hierarchy

We all have an equal right to enjoyment and use of all spaces, regardless of job level or department

 

Have Fun

Be happy and never be afraid to laugh, enjoy yourself, and create magic moments for others

 

Say Hi

The office is designed for interaction, so be proactive to build new relationships and spread positive energy on your way

 

Respect Everyone

We are all different, and that’s a good thing! Be patient, kind and appreciative of these differences

 

Be Flexible

Bring a positive attitude with you into the office, and always be receptive to change

Junior Finance Administrator – AP

About the job

Job Purpose:

To support and enhance global offices accuracy and capability of finance operations and accounts payables.

 

Summary:

Roles at this level provide support, directly or indirectly to team based upon a good understanding of a technical, professional or specialised field. They plan and ensure progress within established procedures and clearly defined Company policy. They are expected to identify gaps in information, and conduct analyses to solve/resolve problems and issues with short-term consequences. Individuals are responsible for planning and organising their own work. There is a need for liaison and the co-ordination of activities across a number of subsections of the Company. The work involves encountering changing priorities and differing situations.

 

Principal Accountabilities: 

  • Support global accounts payable processes and tasks.
  • Support accounts payable global workflow and documentation.
  • Support in the maintaining of global time records.
  • Support in credit control tasks for global offices.
  • Support the global monthly management information process.
  • Support global weekly KPI and financial analysis process.
  • Input banking in relation to accounts receivable and accounts payable.
  • Provide cover in absence of other team members.
  • Maintain client and staff confidentiality in accordance with policy.
  • Such other duties as the management may at times reasonably require. This job description is a guide to the principal, current duties of the job. It does not form part of the contract of employment.

 

Our Office Charter

Five simple behavioural promises that will create an amazing and highly productive working environment at Hawksford:

 

No Hierarchy

We all have an equal right to enjoyment and use of all spaces, regardless of job level or department

 

Have Fun

Be happy and never be afraid to laugh, enjoy yourself, and create magic moments for others

 

Say Hi

The office is designed for interaction, so be proactive to build new relationships and spread positive energy on your way

 

Respect Everyone

We are all different, and that’s a good thing! Be patient, kind and appreciative of these differences

 

Be Flexible

Bring a positive attitude with you into the office, and always be receptive to change

Accountant, Client Accounting

DEPARTMENT: Client Accounting

REPORTING TO: Team Leader / Client Accounting Manager

JURISDICTION: Mauritius

 

JOB SUMMARY

The job holder is responsible for the maintenance of bookkeeping and accounting for a portfolio of clients.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITES 

  •      Assist in the preparation of Financial Reports (including asset statements, solvency tests and various Accounting Data based on Accounting Policies)
  •      Keep up to date accounting records for client entities, paying particular attention to bank statements, agreements, invoices, contracts and other documents signed by an entity
  •      Liaising with the Administration Team on accounts queries
  •      Prepare annual financial statements, management accounts, solvency test, asset statements and other ad-hoc financial reporting including consolidation where applicable in accordance with IFRS, with accuracy and completeness
  •      Prepare FSC Surveys on a quarterly basis and ensure filing is done within deadline.
  •      Assisting Senior Accountant / Team Leader with preparation and filing of tax returns, including and not limited to CTX/VAT/TDS/APS returns and tax return for UK property holding with HRMC (NRL/ATED)
  •      Be the primary contact for clients in the absence of the Team Leader.
  •      Provide first contact technical assistance to the accounting team as required and assist the Senior Accountant / Team Leader in coaching of Junior Accountants.
  •      Completing and inputting time in the time billing system on a daily basis.
  •      Completing any other duties as may be required from time to time in accordance with the requirements of the role, team and evolving nature of the function.
  •      In all aspects of your role, display and adhere to our vision and values of Client Focus, Excellence in Execution, Integrity, Innovation, Value, Development and Leadership

 

Line Management Responsibilities

  •       Guide, support, encourage and develop team in line with Oak’s People Management Framework

 

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

  •      Degree holder (accountancy related field)
  •      Holds or is nearing completion of ACCA
  •      Minimum 3 years accounting experience, preferably within the global business industry
  •      A working knowledge of FATCA / CRS would be a definitive advantage
  •      Good numerical and analytical skills
  •      Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
  •      Excellent team player and willing to go the extra mile

 

KEY BUSINESS PARTNERS

  •      Assistant accountants
  •      Team Leader
  •      Client Accounting Manager
  •       Director / Financial Controller

Analyst, File Reviews

JOB TITLE:        Analyst, File Reviews

JOB LEVEL:       C2

DEPARTMENT:   Compliance

REPORTING TO: Assistant Manager, File Reviews

JURISDICTION:  Mauritius

 

JOB SUMMARY

This is a diverse role which is pivotal to supporting the business.  The role is within the Review function and requires the post holder to work independently and collaboratively across the business, both locally and with other offices.

The role sits within the File Review Team in Mauritius.  This team is responsible for performing periodic reviews on Oak’s clients across various jurisdictions.  Using company standards, the post holder will perform daily and ongoing testing of client files to ensure that these comply with internal procedures and with all relevant regulatory requirements.

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITES 

  •       Reviewing client files and all supporting documentation to ensure they are compliant to regulatory requirements and internal procedures ensuring day to day activities are in line with expected client profile and risk assessment and evidenced within the records.
  •       Carrying out reviews to ensure CDD requirements as required by law and Oak’s policies and procedures are met.
  •       Working with the Assistant Manager, File Reviews, maintaining a timetable of periodic reviews for identified by clients in a timely manner.
  •       Identify any matters to be taken up with the client / administrator utilising Oak’s system for recording tasks and such follow up matters, assessing and assigning risk accordingly. 
  •       Where relevant, preparing reports on the common findings of the reviews and escalating to the Assistant Manager, File Reviews, the need for staff training which may be considered necessary if common errors are identified.
  •       Where appropriate, ie simple matters, update the permanent records, files and database keeping a record of updates to document within the review form and to establish common findings.
  •       Responding to enquiries and requests from internal stakeholders
  •       Abiding by and contributing to the development of the function’s procedures to ensure consistency in service and standards
  •       Remaining abreast of jurisdictional statutory changes that could impact the client portfolio
  •       Maintaining an awareness of changes to the relevant financial, legal and regulatory framework within which the company operates
  •       Completing and inputting time in the time billing system on a daily basis
  •       Completing any other duties as may be required from time to time in accordance with the requirements of the role, team and evolving nature of the function
  •       In all aspects of your role, display and adhere to our vision and values of Client Focus, Excellence in Execution, Integrity, Innovation, Value, Development and Leadership

 

KEY COMPETENCIES & SKILLS

  •       Proficient in written and verbal English
  •       A good understanding of Trust and Company administration
  •       A minimum of 2-3 years’ experience in a similar role
  •       Has an enquiring mind, being able to effectively question, research, apply and share learning
  •       Ability to work accurately with good attention to detail
  •       Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  •       Excellent time management, prioritisation and organisational skills
  •       Strong IT skills, including practical experience of Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel
  •       A flexible attitude towards work and a willingness to assist other members of the team as required
  •       Ability to work under pressure & meet deadlines

KEY BUSINESS PARTNERS

  •       File Review Team
  •       Administration Teams
  •       AML Manager/MLRO
  •       Compliance Officer
  •       Legal & Regulatory Director
  •       Risk & Compliance Teams in other jurisdictions
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