Assistant Manager – Accounting Services (German Speaker) (m/f)

Arendt Investor Services (AIS) is the investor services’ arm of Arendt. We help clients to efficiently run the operational side of their business, bringing peace of mind to investors. Equipped with the latest technology, our 300 experts provide clients with an integrated suite of fund and corporate services, delivered to the highest market standards.

Our services complement Arendt’s legal expertise and regulatory & consulting services. We are a Professional of the Financial Sector (PFS) supervised by the CSSF and ISO 22301 certified.

The experts at AIS and AManco provide clients with: Corporate Services, Fund Administration Services, Governance Services, Operational AML & Compliance Services, Tax Compliance Services, Depositary Services, as well as Third Party AIFM Services (provided by AManco S.A.).

Given the ongoing development of AIS, we are currently recruiting:

Assistant Manager – Accounting Services (m/f)

Your role: 

• Day-to-day bookkeeping and monitoring portfolio of clients allocated; 
• Review of bank reconciliations; 
• Preparation of monthly and/or quarterly financial reports (interim accounts, BCL reports, VAT returns, etc.); 
• Preparation of ECDF reports; 
• Drafting of annual financial statements; 
• Review of payment orders and follow up; 
• Liaison with accounting managers/senior managers, as well as internal teams; 
• Expected to have regular interaction / communication with clients; 
• Review of delegated tasks to junior / senior accountants; 
• Coaching and training of junior /senior accountants; 
• Follow up of audits; 
• Various administrative tasks. 

Your profile: 

• You speak fluent English and German;
• You hold a diploma in accounting (BTS, Bachelor’s degree or Graduate/Master’s degree);
• Having a professional designation (OEC, ACCA, CPA) would be an advantage; 
• You have professional experience of at least 4 years in a similar position (accounting or audit); 
• You have a solid command of SAP; 
• You have a good level understanding / knowledge of Luxembourg accounting/company laws and regulations; 
• You have good exposure to Lux GAAP, IFRS or consolidation experience would be an advantage; 
• You have previous experience in managing/coaching a team;  
• You have good knowledge of Microsoft word and excel; 
• You are well organized and rigorous; 
• You are able to prioritize your workload and to manage several tasks simultaneously; 
• You display a positive and enthusiastic attitude. 

We Offer:

• Excellent career development opportunities with tailor-made internal training focused on both technical and soft skills;
• An entrepreneurial work culture where we promote talent & ideas;
• Multicultural, diverse teams encouraging collaborative work;
• The opportunity to work and interact within a wide network of specialists; and
• A hybrid working environment offering flexibility and the possibility to work from home.

Within Arendt, we uphold high standards. Our professionals work with clients on engaging projects, empowered from the start. With a strong local presence in Luxembourg and international reach, we support and train our team members to thrive in a culture of excellence. Specialised teams ensure the right skills are available, allowing for a focus on added value. Our leaders are approachable, providing support and mentoring. 

We offer a vibrant social life with numerous events, embracing sports and art, our culture encourages openness and discovery beyond the professional realm. With over 50 nationalities represented, Arendt is committed to the well-being of its staff, serving the best interests of its clients, protecting the environment, and supporting education.

Arendt promotes equal opportunities and value each and every employee for what they bring to the community.For more information, please refer to our diversity and inclusion policy on our website.

Interested?

If you are interested in this job opportunity, we are looking forward to receiving your application.

All applications will be treated confidentially.

Please be aware that the selected candidate will be required to provide a criminal record (or certificate of good conduct).