The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and visionary Head of Fund Accounting & Controlling to lead and expand our open-ended fund administration operations in Luxembourg. This is a senior leadership role where you will drive the growth and excellence of our open-ended fund administration operations while delivering exceptional service to German and other clients.

Role Overview

Reporting to the Head of Fund Services – Open Ended, you will assume strategic ownership of our fund accounting and client services, ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction. You will lead cross-functional teams, oversee client relationships at the executive level, champion innovation in service delivery and process efficiency, and act as a trusted partner to high-profile institutional clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for all fund accounting operation and client service delivery management within Luxembourg.

• Oversee the production, review, and sign-off of net asset value (NAV) calculations across a diverse range of fund structures, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and full compliance with regulatory and internal standards.

• Serve as the senior escalation point for complex client and operational issues, delivering swift and effective resolutions.

• Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to key institutional investors and stakeholders.

• Lead and mentor a high-performing team of fund administration professionals, fostering a culture of accountability, excellence, and collaboration.

• Drive process optimization, automation initiatives, and operational scalability across fund accounting, reporting and client service functions.

• Collaborate with internal and external auditors, regulators, and cross-border teams to maintain full compliance with Luxembourg GAAP, UCITS, RAIF and other relevant frameworks.

• Contribute to the strategic growth and development of the Luxembourg office and broader EMEA fund operations.

Requirements

• 10+ years of progressive experience in Fund Administration or related areas, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.

• In-depth knowledge of Luxembourg open-ended fund structures, including UCITS and alternative investment funds.

• Proven track record of successfully leading managing large teams and complex, high-value client portfolios.

• Strong technical expertise in fund accounting principles, NAV calculations, and regulatory requirements.

• Excellent communication, influence and stakeholder management skills, with experience of engaging at executive level.

• Experience working with major fund accounting systems (e.g., Paxus, Xentis, Geneva, Multifonds, InvestOne) is highly desirable.

• Fluent in German and English; proficiency in additional European languages is a strong advantage.

If you are an accomplished fund administration professional ready to shape the future of Open-Ended Fund operations in Luxembourg, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and join our mission to deliver excellence across global fund services.

In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.