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  

Reporting to the Group Financial Controller, as a Corporate Accounting Senior Manager you will lead the newly established Corporate Accounting Team owning the accounting policy guidance, month-close cadence, automation/simplification initiatives and several other key processes. You will have the opportunity to change the way the finance organization at Alter Domus works as your job will be to challenge the status quo – to think differently about how finance supports the business and propose process changes to help Alter Domus achieve its ambitious growth objectives, while delivering at the highest standards of integrity of financial reporting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Own the formalization and maintenance of Group Accounting Policy Manual and drive the global enforcement; Serve as accounting policy lead for the global finance team, providing technical accounting advice and guidance.
• Own the preparation of complex technical accounting position papers forming conclusions on accounting treatment of new product launches, projects and transactions; Take an active role in the accounting integration of new acquisitions and lead the purchase accounting as required.
• Manage a team of accounting professionals (c.a. 3-5 people) who work cross-functionally with finance teams across the company.
• Operationally own the month-close process, including the underlying close schedule, process optimizations, and cadence of review cycles while ensuring all relevant deadlines are met.
• Drive the implementation of a structured balance sheet reconciliation process, setting a high quality bar and fostering the adoption/compliance amongst global accounting teams.
• Own the design of financial statements close process, including the planning of interim and final cycles, set-up of workflows and relevant tooling, and implementation of dashboards.
• Take active role in audit planning and group-level audit coordination
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance accounting processes and systems, working closely with finance and business leaders to identify pain points in financial processes and controls.
• Lead the development and implementation of initiatives underlying the financial integrity of our external and internal reporting, while maintaining compliant accounting and reporting processes and effective controls.
• Preparation and review of various deliverables to support both internal and external financial reporting needs, including analytic commentary and the preparation of supplementary financial analysis for management and other stakeholders.
• As a senior leader you will be responsible for driving change when necessary, delivering communications and directions to the team in supporting the development and engagement of employees at all levels.
• Promote and build Alter Domus' brand and culture both internally and externally, acting as an ambassador and role model to employees, clients, and customers and other external stakeholders.
• Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, encouraging employees to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• Drive a culture of compliance and risk control to mitigate financial, operational and reputational risks.
• Promote ethical business practices, enhancing the company's reputation and social impact and ensuring Alter Domus maintains the highest Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) standards.

YOUR PROFILE

• Minimum of 12 years of combined experience obtained in the fields of audit, accounting and financial reporting gained within the Big4 and Multinational Organisations.
• Strong demonstrated knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP. Qualified Accountant ACA, ACCA or CPA.
• Past experience in a technical accounting / accounting policy role is mandatory.
• Experience in the financial services or alternative investments industry is highly desirable.
• Experience with S/4HANA is highly desirable.
• Proven track record of leading finance process implementation or transformations, working cross-functionally with senior leaders and teams.
• Demonstrated experience with operating and implementing internal controls under SOX or similar frameworks.
• Prior experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skill, with the ability to collaborate effectively with business leaders, finance stakeholders and technical teams.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation.
• Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-growing and dynamic environment, especially in industries that are undergoing rapid digit transformation.

LEADERSHIP & BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES

• You will possess strong interpersonal skills – influencing and building trust quickly, navigating complexity and ambiguity with confidence and negotiating with tenacity and focus. You will be decisive and persuasive to achieve the results.
• You will be able to manage diverse stakeholders ranging from board members to finance professionals in the team.
• You will demonstrate personal resilience in the context of an international company in high-growth mode.
• You will demonstrate superior business insight and commercial acumen combined with strong technical expertise, analytical problem-solving skills.
• You will have an intellectual curiosity and a global mind-set, allowing you to partner effectively across teams and beyond with agility and flexibility. You will challenge the current status quo to improve things.
• You will be adept at managing competing demands on your time, actively prioritising and remaining calm under pressure while navigating complexity and challenges with confidence and resilience.
• You should have a strategic focus but retain an appropriate level of hands-on management.
• You will demonstrate a strong commitment to high integrity and ethics.

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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