Assistant Manager - Accounting

About This Role

An Assistant Manager in Accounting will join a growing Corporate Services team in Luxembourg, delivering accounting and financial reporting services to a diverse portfolio of Luxembourg corporate and real estate structures. This role involves combining technical expertise with client interaction and people leadership, supporting and mentoring junior team members in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the management of a client service team providing accounting and reporting services to Luxembourg corporate and real estate structures
• Serve as a key contact for an allocated portfolio of clients and build trusted relationships with stakeholders
• Review and oversee accounting records prepared in accordance with Lux GAAP and IFRS, where applicable
• Support the preparation and review of annual financial statements, management accounts and other financial reporting deliverables
• Coordinate with auditors, tax advisors and other professional partners to ensure high-quality service delivery
• Assist with the accounting and reporting of financing and intercompany structures
• Contribute to maintaining high quality standards and regulatory compliance across client portfolios
• Develop strong and lasting client relationships
• Collaborate with legal advisors, auditors, banks and tax specialists
• Support the onboarding of new client structures
• Help ensure a positive client experience through responsive communication and high-quality service
• Coach, mentor and support junior colleagues in their professional development
• Review work prepared by team members and provide constructive guidance
• Help allocate work and manage team priorities
• Contribute to training initiatives, onboarding and performance development discussions
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive and supportive team culture
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and ways of working
• Contribute to operational excellence and efficiency initiatives
• Participate in projects that support business growth and innovation
• Share ideas and best practices that help strengthen the team's success

Requirements

• Fluent English, both written and spoken
• French and/or German would be an advantage
• Professional accounting qualification (ACCA, CPA, Chartered Accountant or equivalent), or currently working towards one
• Experience in accounting and financial reporting within a Luxembourg corporate services, fiduciary, real estate, professional services or similar environment
• Strong understanding of Lux GAAP and financial statement preparation
• Experience reviewing or supervising accounting work and supporting less experienced colleagues