The Maples Group is hiring a

Client Accountant, Structured Finance

Full-Time

Position: Client Accountant, Structured Finance

Location: Luxembourg

 

About Us

The Maples Group is a global leader in financial services, trusted by many of the world’s largest hedge fund managers, private equity firms, and international corporations.

Our side-by-side financial and legal teams consistently deliver award-winning services to a global client base, offering unrivalled learning and career opportunities to our 2,500 colleagues worldwide.

 

What is it like to work here?

We are driven to excel, and collaboration is key to our continued success. We can go further for our clients because we go further for each other too. Our inclusive culture creates an environment where people can be themselves at work while doing their best work. No matter where you work in the Maples Group, you will be part of a global team. 

 

The Opportunity

We are looking for a Client Accountant to join our Client Accounting Team as part of our financial services business in Luxembourg.

As part of the global expansion of the Maples Group’s financial services offering, our Luxembourg office opened its doors in 2007. Located in Cloche d'Or, a commitment to service excellence and investment in our people quickly established Luxembourg as a regional hub where our 80+ teammates deliver the best-in-class solutions to clients worldwide alongside our Maples and Calder (legal services) colleagues

 

As part of our Luxembourg team you will be performing below key duties:

Key duties:

The Client Accountant (“CA”) is responsible for independently undertaking a number of routine accounting mandates and assisting with complex mandates and/or for assisting with the administration of a portfolio of accounting clients. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

  • Processing day-to-day accounting transactions, reconciliation with bank and broker positions within Maples accounting systems;
  • Preparing routine and assisting in the preparation of complex management accounts and/or compiling financial statements (according to Lux GAAP and/or IFRS standard or any other accounting principles) on time and in accordance with the agreed terms of the engagement;
  • Ensuring files are compliant with MaplesFS procedures and policies;
  • Ensuring all relevant MaplesFS databases are completed and maintained with accurate information in relation to assigned portfolio of clients;
  • Ensuring all annual administration in respect of a client is completed in accordance with the MaplesFS policies and procedures and in a timely manner;
  • Liaising with auditors during the audit planning stages and during the course of the annual financial statement audit;
  • Assisting in preparation of tax computations and tax returns for the relevant tax heads incl., CIT (Corporate Income Tax), VAT;
  • Preparing clients forecasts and budgets;
  • Preparing and submitting eCDF filing and BCL reporting within the defined deadlines;
  • Preparing FATCA and CRS reporting.

 

Requirements:

In addition to indisputably high ethical standards and autonomy, the ideal candidate possesses the following:

  • Fluent in English;
  • Accounting or any other relevant degree;
  • 2+ years of relevant experience ideally gained in financial services;
  • Professional accountancy qualification (i.e. ACA/ACCA/CIMA) would be an asset;
  • Knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP & IFRS standards;
  • Have excellent communication skills, both written and oral;
  • Team player
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to relate well with other people from diverse background
  • Excellent knowledge of Microsoft applications

 

 

Benefits & Rewards

The most enduring professional relationships are reciprocal relationships.  The Maples Group prioritises employee health and wellbeing. Depending on your location, we offer a range of benefits, including:

  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental and optical);
  • Competitive vacation packages;
  • Educational assistance and professional development programmes;
  • Life insurance;
  • Travel insurance;
  • Global mental wellness programme;
  • Sports clubs and social events;
  • Hybrid work;
  • Lunch vouchers.

 

You can learn more about the Maples Group on our corporate website.  Experience our culture and our people on our Careers Page or on LinkedIn.

Disclaimer: All personal information collected during the application process will be used for recruitment-related purposes only. Please refer to our Job Applicant Privacy Notice at maples.com/privacy for details on how we handle personal information relating to job applicants.

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