VP - Fund Accounting - Real Estate

About Citco:

The market leader. The premier provider. The best in the business. At Citco, we’ve been the front-runner in our field since our incorporation in 1948 led to the evolution of the asset servicing sector itself. This pioneering spirit continues to guide us today as we innovate and expand, push beyond the boundaries of our industry, and shape its future. From working exclusively with hedge funds to serving all alternatives, corporations and private clients, our organization has grown immensely across asset classes and geographies. For us, this progress is a pattern that we’ll only maintain as we move forward, always prioritizing our performance. So for those who want to play at the top of their game and be at the vanguard of their space, we say: Welcome to Citco.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citco’s core business, and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industry’s most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

You will be responsible for the full scope of fund accounting activities, including:

Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain and control the general ledger and various sub-ledgers
• Process standard and complex bookkeeping entries
• Prepare trial balances and work paper products
• Prepare financial statements, footnotes, partner capital statements, and LP/GP allocations
• Prepare and analyze complex Excel spreadsheets and financial data
• Specialist with accounting granularities including consolidation process for complex fund structures.
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourgish fund vehicles including UK REITs
• Proficient with GAAP knowledge (IFRS, LUX GAAP and conversions) and be able to produce technical accounting memos when required.

Client & Fund Management

• Review real estate fund clients' partnership agreements, PPMs, and other fund materials
• Participate in the implementation of fund structures onto the accounting system
• Monitor compliance with client agreements, including Service Level Agreements
• Monitor the timing and quality of client deliverables
• Process wire transfer payments on behalf of clients
• Liaise with property management companies and internal/external parties, including auditors and legal counsel
• Assist in client audit procedures

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a primary contact point for clients, responding to and resolving queries or escalating where necessary
• Uphold client centricity in close coordination with client service leads and across functions
• Interact with management and clients on reporting and operational matters
• Train and support team members in their development

About You:

• You have a University degree in corporate, notarial or fiscal law, or a similar academic background.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant industry experience and (proven) managerial experience.
• Commercial, service-minded, have hands-on and dynamic attitude plus international mind-set.
• Excellent communicator, both verbal and written (English).
• Work effectively in a team and autonomously as well as liaising with other departments within a large organization.

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.