Fund Services Accountant - French and English Speaker
ABOUT US:
As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.
With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different in what we do, how we work, and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
You will be responsible for a portfolio of clients and will work as part of a team to achieve and meet their needs. Specific responsibilities include the following:
* Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and clients;
* Keeping the funds books and preparing the periodic funds valuations (Net Asset Value), year-end financial statements, CSSF/BCL reporting, and any other funds related reports;
* Assisting in the coordination of year-end audits;
* Assisting in the organisation of board meetings and shareholders’ meetings;
* Preparing periodic tax and VAT returns and maintaining relevant contact with the Luxembourg tax authorities and tax advisers;
* Acting as a contact person between shareholders, investment managers, and custodian banks for resolution of any issues that may arise.
YOUR PROFILE:
* You hold a Bachelor and/or Master's degree in Accounting, Audit or Economics;
* You have 0-2 years of relevant experience in the fields of alternative investment fund administration, audit firms or domiciliation;
* You have knowledge of fund industry, valuation, accounting;
* A basic knowledge in accounting for investment products, ideally with fund-of-funds, single-manager funds, and private equity funds will be considered an asset;
* You have necessary understanding of securities commonly encountered in the fund industry, including equities, bonds, contract for difference, options, and futures, and the ability to account for these securities;
* You are fluent in English (knowledge of French and/or German will be considered as an asset);
* You possess team spirit, a capacity to build strong client relationships and take initiative to act without waiting for direction (when appropriate).
WHAT WE OFFER:
We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.
Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.
Our global benefits also include:
* Support for professional accreditations
* Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
* Continuous mentoring along your career progression
* Active sports, events and social committees across our offices
* 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program
* The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan
* Plus additional local benefits depending on your location
Equity in every sense of the word:
We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong.
We celebrate our differences, and recognise that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, as we work towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.
We are committed to ensuring a welcomling recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.