Madrid, Spain
Hybrid
Job ID:
14276
Date posted:
August 06 2024
Category:
Tax
Job Level:
Officer
Portfolio Accounting Officer - Madrid
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
Join our growing team in Madrid as a Portfolio Accounting officer.
As part of a dedicated expert team, you will be responsible for the delivery of Alter Domus’ world-class suite of integrated solutions to a portfolio of clients.
YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Work with the OPS team to gain functional knowledge of the portfolio accounting principles to accurately input, review, analyze and record-keep portfolios;
- Gain expertise in relevant software and our internal accounting platform to ensure accuracy of output;
- Learn to process all life cycle events of our engagements;
- Create, review and distribute reconciliations and customized periodic reporting to senior management;
- Update client portfolios and other vendor data jointly with senior management;
- Oversee data flow and comparison between systems to validate that output is accurate;
- Liaise and cooperate with internal account management teams to ensure timely response to senior management inquiries;
- Effectively interact with internal parties, including Compliance and Finance teams (both, local and central);
- Take part in the analysis and supervision of profitability, product/client mix, WIP, cost structure, etc. along with the senior management.
- Participation in the company-wide projects with impacts on the above-mentioned areas.
YOUR PROFILE:
- Strong academic background, preferably with a degree in Accounting, Finance, or Audit.
- Up to 3 years relevant experience within the fields of accounting or audit.
- High level of IT literacy with strong Excel and Word skills.
- English level: B2 and higher.
- Knowledge of main accounting software/ERPs.
What will make you stand out in a crowd:
- High analytical skills;
- Good communication skills, proactive, organized and flexible;
- You possess team spirit with the ability to work independently using your own initiative when appropriate.
- Ambitious with a high level of energy and commitment.
- Ability to work under pressure and meet a range of deadlines.
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
- 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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Our stories
Amanda Donohue, Senior Manager, Cork
Think ahead to five years’ time and where you would like to see yourself. That’s what I did and Alter Domus offered me the right path.
Aristidis Halikias, Managing Director, Chicago
Many might think that the financial services industry is primarily numbers and math, but I believe we are a people business. The people at Alter Domus make it what it is, and we have some of the best in the entire industry.
Carla Walmsley, Senior Manager, Jersey
Alter Domus were fully supportive through my studying path, providing study support in the way of study fees and study leave, as well as some flexible working towards nearer each exam to help me manage with work/life (and exam!) balance.
Shania Galea, Corporate Services Officer, Malta
As a junior, I learn a lot from all colleagues around me. In addition, the AD Academy keeps on providing us with all the training we need.