Corporate Services Senior Accounting Officer

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 day to day responsibility for a varied portfolio of containing a mix of real estate, private equity and corporate clients and will act as one of the main liaison and points of contact for all matters relating to the client;
•    You will be an important link between management and junior staff, responsible for and knowledgeable about the quality of the work that is carried out for your clients. You will review work produced 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 workflow process.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

•    Working on the setup of client structures, and implementing complex international structures as part of restructuring plans, mergers and acquisitions;
•    Assisting with the preparation, collation and ongoing monitoring of Know Your Customer and Client Due Diligence Files;
•    Interaction with clients, board members, third party intermediaries such as banks, lawyers, accountants and tax advisors both in person and via written or telephone communication;

•    Processing / reviewing of client payments on a variety of bank platforms;
•    Ensuring timely and accurate book-keeping and reporting for client entities in line with agreed requirements;
•    Ensuring effective cash management of client entities and undertaking regular cash reconciliations;
•    Assisting with the preparation of periodic reports and financial accounts for client entities;
•    Planning of annual audits and management of the audit process;
•    Preparing for and participating in board and shareholders' meetings;
•    Maintenance of statutory records for client entities and ensuring filing requirements are met;
•    Liaising with tax advisors in respect of ongoing tax compliance responsibilities;
•    Dealing with client transactions with the support of the Engagement Manager.

YOUR PROFILE:

•    You hold a University Degree in Finances, Economics, or Business Administration;
•    You have relevant experience managing structures of a similar nature; 

•    You possess team spirit, the capacity to build strong client relationships, and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate.

ADDED BONUS:

•    You hold, or are working towards a relevant professional qualification such the ACCA, CIMA, or ACA;

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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 

Annual base salary for this position is from 2667 EUR to 3667 EUR gross. Final offer will be determined based on your competences, qualifications and professional experiences.

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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