Senior Fund Accountant

Advisory Key Luxembourg

Posted 4 days ago Contract Competitive

Senior Fund Accountant

Your Day-to-Day

Calculate and review Net Asset Values (NAV) for investment funds in line with applicable local GAAP/IFRS requirements and internal procedures.
Perform second-level controls and ensure high standards of accuracy and quality.
Reconcile cash, securities and shares in issue, investigate discrepancies and follow up on outstanding items.
Verify fund pricing against approved sources and investigate any values outside tolerance thresholds.
Ensure NAV calculations and publications meet agreed deadlines.
Monitor operational and financial risks, report errors promptly and escalate significant issues to management.
Support the full fund lifecycle, including fund launches, share class changes, mergers, migrations and liquidations.
Prepare year-end closing and audit documentation, ensuring timely availability of supporting records and responses to auditors.
Handle client queries professionally and maintain strong internal and external working relationships.
Contribute to process improvements, maintain procedures, train junior colleagues and new team members, and review and archive NAV packs.

Your Profile

Proven experience of 6 to 9 years in fund accounting, including Net Asset Value (NAV) calculation and control.
Good knowledge of local GAAP and/or IFRS, fund accounting procedures and internal control standards.
Understanding of operational and financial risks associated with fund administration.
Experience with reconciliations, pricing controls, financial reporting and audit support.
Ability to investigate discrepancies, manage outstanding items and escalate issues appropriately.
Strong organizational skills and ability to meet strict reporting and publication deadlines.
Attention to detail, analytical mindset and commitment to quality.
Good communication skills and a professional approach to client relationships.
Ability to support projects, improve procedures and assist in training junior colleagues.
Knowledge of ISAE 3402 standards is an advantage.
English and french fluent.