Junior Officer – Fund Accounting PE/RE

at  Arendt Medernach

UNFIXED TERM CONTRACT

Arendt Investor Services is the investor services’ arm of Arendt.We help clients to efficiently run the operational side of their business, bringing peace of mind to investor services.Equipped with the latest technology, our 300-strong team provides clients with an integrated suite of fund and corporate services, delivered to the highest market standards.Our investor 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 300 investor services experts at Arendt Investor Services and AManco are able to provide clients with: Corporate Services, Fund Administration Services, Governance Services, Operational AML & Compliance Services, Tax Compliance Services, Depositary Services and Third Party AIFM Services.Given the ongoing development of our firm, we are currently recruiting a dedicated:Junior Officer – Fund Accounting PE/RE(m/f)As a Junior Fund Accountant in the Fund Accounting & Transfer Agency department, your role will encompass all facets of the calculation of net asset values on a variety of complex PERE (Private Equity/Real Estate) funds. This is a challenging and rewarding role which provides exposure to all elements of a PERE fund’s accounting processes and life cycle. Working with other members of the team, your responsibilities will include:Your role:Accounting of PERE funds which hold a diverse portfolio of investments. This involve being responsible for keeping books and records and for timely and accurate recording of transactions;Calculation of net asset value of funds on a quarterly/semi-annual and annual basis which will include the preparation of reporting packs under LUXGAAP (some under IFRS or USGAAP);Book keeping for complex structures and record filing;Reporting to and communicating with investment managers and other relevant parties;Assist in the preparation/review of financial statements for audit purposes;Liaise with external parties such as Investment Managers, auditors, banks or regulatory bodies;Understanding complex fund structures and accounting treatment of the related transactions;Taking ownership for all elements of a funds reporting cycle from review and interpretation of fund governing documentation, through to day to day accounting tasks, the production of quarterly/semi-annual reporting and net asset values and annual financial statements;Calculation of tax/VAT reporting;Preparation of needed reporting (client, BCL, CSSF);Ensure adequate and timely responses to clients’ requests.Your profile:You hold an accounting, business or mathematical qualification university with solid knowledge and understanding of accounting principles;You have between 1 and 3 years of experience related to PERE funds (preferably within asset management groups in Luxembourg);You have a knowledge of the regulations pertaining to Alternative funds such as RAIF and of AIFM regulation;You have a knowledge of various accounting standards and principals (LUXGAAP, IFRS, USGAAP);You are fluent in English, proficiency in French or German will be considered as an asset;You are able to work under pressure to achieve the multiple daily deadlines for client deliverables, with a mature approach;You have excellent interpersonal skills for liaising with the Fund Accounting team and other internal Departments and Third Parties;You can demonstrate analytical skills.We offer:An entrepreneurial working environment giving priority to team work;A multicultural environment where we promote diversity, talent & ideas;The ability to work and interact with a wide variety of specialists;Internal trainings and career development.Interested?If you are interested in this job opportunity, we are looking forward to receiving your application.All applications will be treated confidentially.#AISAbout ArendtArendt & Medernach (A&M) is dedicated to providing top-quality legal services. Based in Kirchberg, A&M is the leading independent law firm in Luxembourg, representing local and international clients in all areas of Luxembourg business law.Arendt Regulatory & Consulting (ARC) is a team of experts from a diverse range of fields. Based in Kirchberg, ARC offers the opportunity to advise asset managers and servicers on their fund regulatory matters.Arendt Investor Services (AIS) acts as a regulated business facilitator. Supported by a team of experts in Hamm, AIS offers a full range of corporate, tax and funds services.Are you interested in this job opportunity?We are looking forward to receiving your application.All applications will be treated confidentially.Arendt collects personal data related to your application for employment. We will retain your personal data for a period of three years for your application and potential future employment opportunities. After this time, without any need for contact from your side, your information will be deleted automatically. However, should you wish for your personal data to not be kept for three years for potential future employment opportunities, you have the right to object by contacting us at hr@arendt.co

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