Corporate Services Senior Accountant - Real Estate

ABOUT US 

We are Alter Domus. Meaning “The Other House” in Latin, Alter Domus is proud to be home to 85% of the top 30 asset managers in the alternatives industry, and more than 5,000 professionals across 23 countries. 

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

JOB DESCRIPTION:

• You will have the full responsibility of a client account and as thus will act as the main liaison and point of contact for all matters relating to the account;
• You will be an important link between management and junior staff, responsible for and knowledgeable about the quality of the work that is done for the account. You will review work product for submission to senior level staff;
• Alter Domus believes that the unique talents and personality of each team member form the foundation for our company’s growth, and, therefore, you will be responsible for the technical coaching of junior staff. Together with the manager, you will decide and follow up on the planning of the production process;
• While employed as a Senior Officer you will have the opportunity to attend trainings to enhance your current skills and learn new ones as well.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

• Taking part in the setup of funds, and implementing complex international structures as part of restructuring plans, mergers and acquisitions;
• Coordinating and contacting independent tax specialists, lawyers, and notaries as a part of setting up funds;
• Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and clients;
• Handling the company’s accounts and collaborating in the preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the company’s entities;
• Reviewing financial statements and consolidated accounts, and coordinating the audits;
• Organizing and participating in board meetings and shareholders' meetings;
• Reviewing tax returns and tax balances and maintaining relevant contacts with the tax authorities;
• Responding to clients' requests in terms of tax planning in close collaboration with external tax advisors, if needed.

YOUR PROFILE:

• You hold a university degree, preferably in Accounting & Finance or Economics;
• You have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the fields of domiciliation or audit;
• You are fluent in English (knowledge of French or German will be considered as an asset);
• You possess team spirit, the capacity to build strong client relationships, and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate.

WHAT WE OFFER:

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. 

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include: 

• Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, birthday leave and graduation leave 
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• Support with mental, physical, emotional and financial support 24/7 from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word 

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. Thanks to the work of our Group DE&I Committee and network of DE&I Champions, we empower all of our people to be truly invested in the alternative.  

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruiting and onboarding process. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. 

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