Your Role:
You will be responsible for the full scope of fund accounting activities, including:
Accounting & Reporting
- Maintain and control the general ledger and various sub-ledgers
- Process standard and complex bookkeeping entries
- Prepare trial balances and work paper products
- Prepare financial statements, footnotes, partner capital statements, and LP/GP allocations
- Prepare and analyze complex Excel spreadsheets and financial data
- Specialist with accounting granularities including consolidation process for complex fund structures.
- Strong knowledge of Luxembourgish fund vehicles including UK REITs
- Proficient with GAAP knowledge (IFRS, LUX GAAP and conversions) and be able to produce technical accounting memos when required.
Client & Fund Management
- Review real estate fund clients’ partnership agreements, PPMs, and other fund materials
- Participate in the implementation of fund structures onto the accounting system
- Monitor compliance with client agreements, including Service Level Agreements
- Monitor the timing and quality of client deliverables
- Process wire transfer payments on behalf of clients
- Liaise with property management companies and internal/external parties, including auditors and legal counsel
- Assist in client audit procedures
Stakeholder Engagement
- Serve as a primary contact point for clients, responding to and resolving queries or escalating where necessary
- Uphold client centricity in close coordination with client service leads and across functions
- Interact with management and clients on reporting and operational matters
- Train and support team members in their development
About You:
Qualifications & Experience
- Degree in Business, Finance, or a related field
- Designated accountant or working towards ACA, ACCA, CIMA, or CPA
- 4+ years of public/private real estate accounting experience
- Experienced in preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements
- Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP
Technical Skills
- Advanced MS Excel; proficient in MS Word and PowerPoint
- Strong knowledge of Yardi, Investran, eFront
Additional Assets
- Experience in Limited Partnership accounting
- Background in private equity/real estate fund administration
- Familiarity with tax-efficient European structures, related investment vehicles, and regulatory requirements
Personal Attributes
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Motivated, diligent, and deadline-driven
- Strong team player with the ability to manage individual responsibilities
- Sound judgment with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

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