Senior Accountant – Private Equity & Real Estate (m/f)

About us

On behalf of our client, a global financial services provider, we are looking for a:

Senior Accountant – Private Equity & Real Estate (m/f)

Mission

Responsibilities:

• Undertake full responsibility of a client relationship regarding accounting deliverables, supported by the Manager

• Arrange the production of accounting deliverables for a diverse portfolio of the Company’s clients (Soparfi, SIF, SICAR, SCSp and RAIF maintained under LUX GAAP) supported by Fund Accountants

• Submit/ review regulatory reporting to CSSF and BCL as applicable

• Ensure compliance with the procedures of the team and wider organisation

• Develop effective working relationships with clients and intermediaries, escalating to the Manager when needed

• Prepare and/or assist in the preparation of carried interest and other complex calculations in accordance with the fund documentation

• Ensure all work undertaken complies with governing documentation of the entities being serviced, and applicable regulatory requirements

• Liaise with clients confidently and knowledgeably, proactively solve issues and respond to inquiries

• Assist with planning of annual audits and liaise with different counterparties to establish timetables for the receipt of valuations, advisers’ reports and other relevant information

• Liaise with auditors to ensure a smooth and efficient audit process

• Perform other aspects of fund administration as required from time to time

• Deputize if required during Manager’s absences

Profile

Profile:

• Bachelor or Master’s degree in accounting or Finance (on-going ACCA qualification or equivalent would be considered as an asset)

• Between 4 and 5 years of relevant professional experience in Private Equity in Luxembourg, preferably gained either within the financial sector or Big 4

• Knowledge about legal structures and tax environment in Luxembourg

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent numeracy, analytical and organizational skills, ability to conduct a thorough self-review

• Ability to think out of the box and deliver pragmatic solutions

• Excellent inter-personal skills in dealing with both clients and colleagues

• Ability to coach and share knowledge

• Fluent in English is mandatory (French or any other language would be considered as a plus)

Please be advised that only candidates corresponding to the profile will be considered