Senior Fund Accountant

Senior Accountant - Contract - Luxembourg

We are looking for a highly motivated individual with extensive accounting experience, preferably within Real Estate/Private Equity investments. The successful candidate will be working with the manager and other senior members of the team on a variety of investments level and fund level matters. This 6-month extendable contract is based in Luxembourg working on a hybrid basis.

The Role

- Monthly / Quarterly Accounting – Establish detailed operating reports
- Perform complete accounting recognition for acquisitions and dispositions
- Perform analysis, make recommendations, prepare responses on accounting matters
- Provide Ad hoc financial expertise as required.
- Deliver clear, accurate figures and support to our clients
- Responsible that all internal procedures(including ISAE3402) are correctly applied and respected
- Monitor and ensure that all deadlines are met as agreed in the Operating Memorandum
- Financial statement review, analysis, and preparation
- Prepare confidential and technical financial reports
- Year-End Audit Coordination - Interface with external auditors and tax preparers and be responsible for all phases of the annual financial audit, including coordination of audit work papers Understand
- Coordinate with auditors and provide full support for audit/review of financial statements
- Participate in client team meetings, representing Fund Accounting Re/Pe Operations
- Ensure proper dedicated expertise on accounting topics (should also include Limited Partnership know how and expertise)

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

- At least 5 years of accounting experience
- Strong analytical and organisational skills are required.
- strong communication skills (written, oral and graphic) and research abilities
- Professional, detail-oriented self-starter and team player that is able to work well independently, as well as with others. Must be able to multi-task and pick up tasks quickly.
- Strong proficiency with Excel and Word.
- Strong GAAP accounting background
- BS degree in Accounting or Finance
- This specialist also needs to have expertise in Real Estate / Private Equity funds.
- Ability to deal with new complex products
- Fluent in English and other languages are also a bonus

Nice-to-have

- Good knowledge in IFRS
- Experience in Framework / Investran or comparable software
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

If you would like to apply for this role or find out more information please call Georgina at +44 (0) 203 763 9526 or email glucas@skillfindergroup.com. Please note we are unable to assist with visa applications, to be considered for this position the candidate must already have a valid right to work in Luxembourg.