Fund Accountant Associate

Cafico International

THE ROLE Join a dynamic and fast-growing corporate services provider with a strong international presence, including offices in Dublin and London. This exciting role is based in the heart of Luxembourg City, offering the successful candidate the chance to work alongside a dynamic team of accountants, legal professionals, and compliance specialists. You’ll be part of a collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, and client service excellence.   Cafico International welcomes people with positive and proactive attitudes to work and who are aligned to our core values of Integrity, Determination, Pride and Innovation. We have a client focused approach and support all of our team members in the deliverance of a first-class client experience. The successful candidate will join a growing team and will be responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of a portfolio of Luxembourg-domiciled funds, corporate clients and special purpose vehicles (SPVs), including securitisation structures established to participate in capital market transactions.     This role is ideally suited to a candidate who is keen to build strong technical foundations in fund and SPV accounting through hands-on preparation work and continuous learning. RESPONSIBILITIES The successful candidate will primarily focus on supporting the team through preparation and execution of core accounting tasks, including: * Perform day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of corporate entities; * Bookkeeping and preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts/ NAV Pack as required by clients; * Assist in capital call and distribution, fee calculations and reconciliations (bank, position, portfolio). * Preparation of annual financial statements under Lux GAAP/ IFRS; * Support audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to queries;        * Assist with cash management and payment preparation;    * Preparation of VAT returns, tax filings, and regulatory reports (CSSF, BCL, ECDF); * Liaise with clients, investment managers, external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel and other stakeholders; * Support the business in responding to client needs on an ongoing basis; and * Ensure that ethical standards and human rights principles are upheld across all areas of responsibility. REQUIREMENTS * Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; * 2-3 years of relevant experience in fund or SPV accounting, ideally within the Luxembourg financial services sector; * Strong knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP (IFRS exposure is a plus); * Proficiency in English, knowledge of French or German is an advantage; * Proficiency in Efront or similar applications desired but not essential; * Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn; * Good organisational skills and ability to follow structured processes; * Proactive mindset with a strong work ethic; * Ability to work both independently (on defined tasks) and as part of a team; and  * Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment. WHY US? * Significant growth potential for the right candidate; * Well-diversified range of tasks; * Significant opportunity to contribute to and influence the future design and structure of the Luxembourg operations;  * Study support for further professional qualifications; and * A competitive remuneration package, depending on qualifications and experience.

Armira

YOUR MISSION Our Accounting Team is growing – and we're looking for you to join us! * Independent preparation of annual financial statements according to HGB/RechKredV/KAGB for the Armira capital management company, for selected Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) as well as coordination of annual audits * Quality assurance of accounting for the KVG and selected AIFs * Coordination of interim profit and loss statements for the KVG as well as support of the company's controlling process in collaboration with the Controlling Team * Handling of VAT matters (including VAT advance returns, reverse charge; recharges) and lump-sum tax issues in collaboration with the Tax Team * Responsibility for intra-group recharges * Support with liquidity and budget planning * Point of contact for tax advisors, auditors and service providers * Participation in the ongoing optimization and digitalization of accounting processes in the Armira Group YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Independent preparation of annual financial statements according to HGB/RechKredV/KAGB for the Armira capital management company, for selected Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) as well as coordination of annual audits * Quality assurance of accounting for the KVG and selected AIFs * Coordination of interim profit and loss statements for the KVG as well as support of the company's controlling process in collaboration with the Controlling Team * Handling of VAT matters (including VAT advance returns, reverse charge; recharges) and lump-sum tax issues in collaboration with the Tax Team * Responsibility for intra-group recharges * Support with liquidity and budget planning * Point of contact for tax advisors, auditors and service providers * Participation in the ongoing optimization and digitalization of accounting processes in the Armira Group YOUR PROFILE * Successfully completed business administration degree or commercial training with successfully completed further education as a certified accountant (IHK) * Qualification as a tax advisor as a possible plus * In-depth knowledge of HGB accounting as well as associated confident application of VAT regulations; solid knowledge of lump-sum taxation * At least 5 years of professional experience in a comparable position, ideally in a fund or capital management company or in a holding structure with investments * Very confident handling of DATEV/DUO and ideally LucaNet as well as very good MS Office skills, especially Excel * Structured, analytical and meticulous working style combined with hands-on mentality and high sense of personal responsibility * Strong team skills and communication skills in collaboration with neighboring teams * Openness and curiosity to improve existing processes in terms of digitalization and automation * Very good German and English skills, both written and spoken WHY US? * Diverse tasks * Open culture and flat hierarchies – short communication lines, genuine exchange * Attractive compensation package * Modern equipped workplaces * Comprehensive training and development opportunities * Attractive inner-city location at Munich's Friedensengel with very good traffic and public transport connections

FirstMind

Are you a proven Customer Success Associate with the track record to prove it? Do you want to take a step up from selling a product to building a company?   ABOUT US FirstMind is a first of its kind people-tech firm – built on a foundation of big data analytics our tool creates a common language that lets people understand themselves, each other, and how best to work together. This drives better hiring decisions, personalised development pathways, and team construction at all levels of seniority, regardless of the industry. Athletes, military personnel, teachers, accountants – we have helped identify, select, and coach them all. FirstMind is backed by Nova Group, a leading European VC fund with a very hands-on approach. Success across FinTech, Performance Marketing, Events Management, Media, and Real Estate is underpinned in a belief that people & processes are the key ingredients to success – as evidenced by 17 successful portfolio companies to date.   WHAT WE OFFER YOU Change the talent industry from the ground up, get in on the ground floor of a hyper-growth start-up, and learn what it means to build a business. You will run sales end to end, owning the most important commercial element of the company. We will push you (and expect you to push us) to ensure constant, rapid growth. More tangibly: * An opportunity for getting operational experience in a start-up and helping build a company from the inside, while learning from some of Europe's most prolific and successful serial-entrepreneurs * Own the sales process end to end – and learn what being the commercial lead for a company really means * A chance to work closely together with the CEO on our business development strategy * Unlimited growth potential in our company - we strongly believe in and have a track record of promoting internally - (Fast-track to become sales manager 6-12 months) * International exposure where you will expand your c-suite network across Our Group and get unique access to our network of leaders   RESPONSIBILITIES Your responsibilities will be to: * Develop, maintain and grow relationships with customers * Consult, advise and coach customers including giving feedback as part of deliveries * Have full ownership over your pipeline and ensure it is never empty * Key stakeholder engagement & management * Deal Execution - selling, proposing and closing   EXPECTATIONS You possess an unparalleled work ethic with a high sense of urgency. You have a relentless drive and desire to be the very best at what you do. You take ownership of everything you do, are proactive and follow through on commitments. Moreover, you’re humble and you share our passion for building and executing new businesses. Furthermore, we expect that you: * Can show outstanding results from a role within sales * Are an excellent communicator especially verbally * Love to build and nurture relationships * Good networker * Have a natural ability to make people feel comfortable around you   START As soon as possible.