FundRock LIS S.A. is a successful third-party UCITS management company and AIFM headquartered in Luxembourg and with an office in Dublin, delivering fund solutions to renowned investment managers and fund initiators.

Founded in 2011, we focus on private equity, real estate, infrastructure and debt asset classes. Today we are the leading third-party AIFM in the private funds space.

In September 2022, our company was acquired by Apex Group. Apex Group Ltd., established in Bermuda in 2003, is a global financial services provider. With over 13,000 employees globally, Apex Group provides services into 50 jurisdictions delivering an expansive range of services to asset managers, financial institutions, private clients, and family offices. The Group has continually improved and evolved its capabilities to offer a single-source solution through establishing the broadest range of services in the industry; including fund raising solutions, fund administration, digital onboarding and bank accounts, depositary, custody, super ManCo, corporate services and a pioneering ESG and sustainability services. Apex Group’s purpose is to be more than just a financial services provider and is committed to driving positive change to address three core areas; the environment and climate change, women’s empowerment and economic independence, education and social mobility.

As a Senior Accountant, you will be part of a team of experienced professionals where you can apply your accounting knowledge and benefit from the collective expertise of the team. You will perform regular accounting duties, including bookkeeping, month-end and year-end entries, while also engaging in in-depth financial analysis and the preparation of KPIs. Additionally, with the help of your colleagues you will be responsible for preparing regulatory reports required by various regulators to ensure accurate tracking and follow-up on the performance of the business.

Accountabilities and main responsibilities

Under the direct supervision of the Head of Finance, you will be asked to:

• Actively participate to month-end closing processes within different business models and countries. Each business model involves a certain level of complexity (Reporting standards, currency etc.)
• Prepare and review Financial Statements in compliance with Luxembourg GAAP and IFRS as required
• Improve financial status by analyzing results, monitoring variances, identifying trends and recommending actions to management
• Manage general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations and accruals
• Oversee VAT and Direct Tax filings, ensuring timely compliance with Luxembourg and other jurisdictions
• Coordinate and review the work of junior accountants, providing guidance and support
• Liaise with auditors, tax authorities, and regulatory bodies as needed
• Contribute to process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency

As an ideal candidate, you have/are:

• At least a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance or Business Administration
• An Accounting Qualification and/or a Master’s degree (Preferred, but not required)
• At least 5 years of accounting experience in Luxembourg within a Finance department or with a Service Provider
• Proven exposure or interest in the Funds industry and related financial activities
• Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel (Formulas, formatting, pivot tables) with the willingness to learn
• Fluent in English (Written and spoken); Any other internationally spoken language is a plus (French or German in particular)
• Able to meet tight deadlines in a complex environment
• High professional standards and able to evolve in a young, dynamic and multi-cultural environment
• Intellectually curious, quick learner and able to quickly identify root causes of issues

You are still encouraged to apply even if your skills don’t match one or more of the above criteria, but believe that you could be a good fit for this position.

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. Benefits As a truly global business, we tailor benefits to each location to safeguard our people and respect local cultures and ways of working. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in talent development. Join our global network, and you will benefit from education support, sponsorship and in-house training programs.

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 souring model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.