Reports to Associate Director / Director
The purpose of this role is to supervise a complex and varied portfolio of fund structures in conjunction with the Associate Director / Director.
Key responsibilities :
Ensure the accounting requirements and reporting deadlines for a whole team are met, overseeing planning, scheduling, and monitoring of workloads
Act as a mentor to Financial Reporting Managers, and supervise and assist in the training and development of staff
Act as a higher authority on day-to-day accounting queries, ensuring that company policies and professional guidelines are adhered to and that a professional quality service is provided to clients and external contacts
Manage the accounting and reporting deliverables of the more complex parts of the client portfolio
When required, assist with the review of accounting deliverables like investor reports, statutory financial statements and periodic management accounts
Supervise the audit process for all clients within the team, building strong relationships with audit firms
Attend client board meetings and present quarterly financial information
Assist with team staffing and team structuring, as well as client billing
Get an understanding of the team processes and systems, and recommend ways to improve efficiency and accuracy
Manage the client relationships and build rapport with all third parties
Arrange and manage the appraisal process for reporting lines
Skills, knowledge, expertise :
Relevant degree in Accounting or Finance (Bachelor or Master degree)
Relevant professional qualification (ACCA or ACA) is a plus
At least 7 years' experience as an experienced accounting professional
At least 4 years’ of practical real estate fund accounting experience
Sound technical financial services knowledge (to be supported through the Aztec Academy)
Computer literacy, word processing and spread sheet skills are essential
Excellent interpersonal skills are required to develop close working relationships with colleagues, clients and business contacts
Strong people management experience
Evidence of managing a major client relationship
We will provide the training, both in-house for relevant technical knowledge and also professional qualifications to enhance your professional development.
You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.
For all accepted offers of employment with Aztec Financial Services (Luxembourg) S.A, candidates will be required to complete pre-screening requirements, including providing a criminal record certificate (extrait de casier judiciaire).
