FREELANCE PROFIL OF ACCOUNTANT

Freelance accounting assistant

Luxembourg - Independent accounting assistant profil
We are looking for an independent Accounting Assistant who can step in on a project basis to reinforce the finance team of a Luxembourg‑domiciled fund administrator/fiduciary. 
The mission is initially 3–6 months, with a strong chance of extension during year‑end closing and audit season. 
Work is hybrid: at least two days per week on‑site in Luxembourg City; the remainder can be remote within the EU.
Required qualifications & skills
  • Bachelor’s degree (or BTS/DUT) in Accounting, Finance or Business.
  • 2 + years hands‑on accounting experience in a Luxembourg fiduciary, fund administrator or Big 4 environment.
  • Solid knowledge of Lux GAAP; exposure to IFRS or US GAAP is an asset.
  • Proficient with at least one local accounting package (BOB 50, SAP FI, Exact) and advanced Excel (pivot tables, look‑ups, Power Query).
  • Languages: fluent English is mandatory; working French or German highly desirable—Luxembourgish a plus.
  • Able to work autonomously under tight deadlines, with strong attention to detail and strict confidentiality.
Contract details


Start dateMay 2025 (negotiable)
Duration3–6 months, with possible extension
WorkloadFull‑time (40 h/week) or 4 days/week minimum
LocationHybrid: Luxembourg City office + EU remote
RemunerationCompetitive daily rate (dependent on experience), paid monthly on presentation of invoice
RegistrationFreelancer must hold a valid Lux business permit (“autorisation d’établissement”) or be registered in another EU Member State and able to invoice cross‑border

Send your CV, daily‑rate indication and earliest availability to info@financialservices.lu with the subject line “Freelance Accounting Assistant – Luxembourg”. Short‑listed candidates will have a brief MS Teams interview and a practical Excel test.

Key responsibilities
  • Bookkeeping & day‑to‑day accounting
    • Enter and reconcile AP/AR, bank, and intercompany transactions in BOB 50 / SAP / Exact.
    • Maintain the general ledger and supporting schedules in Lux GAAP.
  • Period‑end support
    • Assist senior accountants with monthly, quarterly and year‑end closings, accruals and journal postings.
    • Prepare draft statutory financial statements and management reports.
  • Tax & regulatory compliance
    • Compile data for Luxembourg VAT returns and direct‑tax provisions; liaise with external tax advisers.
    • Gather documentation for CSSF, FATCA/CRS and DAC6 filings; keep AML/KYC records up to date.
  • Fund‑specific tasks (if assigned to PE/RE or UCITS vehicles)
    • Input capital calls, distributions and fee calculations into e‑Front, Yardi or Allvue.
    • Help prepare NAV packs and investor reporting.
  • Audit & stakeholder liaison
    • Respond to audit PBC requests, track open items, and coordinate with auditors, banks and legal counsel.
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Freelance accountant

Luxembourg - Independent accountant Luxembourg
Independent mandate (3–6 months to start, with strong extension potential) to manage day‑to‑day and period‑end accounting for Luxembourg‑domiciled holding companies, PE/RE fund SPVs and fiduciary clients. 
Work pattern is hybrid: two on‑site days in Luxembourg City and the remainder remote from within the EU.
  • 3–5 years’ proven experience in a Luxembourg fiduciary, PSF, Big 4 or in‑house accounting role.
  • Solid Lux GAAP mastery; IFRS exposure a plus.
  • Familiarity with BOB 50, SAP FI or Exact; e‑Front/Yardi knowledge advantageous for fund work.
  • OEC membership or ACCA/CPA pathway; AML/KYC certificate desirable.
  • Fluent English; working French or German preferred; Luxembourgish a bonus.
  • Self‑starter who meets strict deadlines and explains technical matters clearly to non‑accountants.
  • Hold a business permit in Luxembourg as a accountant in Luxembourg "comptable"
  • Daily rate: €550 – €800 (higher end for fund exposure).
  • Performance bonus: 5–10 % uplift for on‑time, clean year‑end close.
  • Hybrid flexibility: two office days; remainder remote.
  • Meal vouchers & mileage reimbursement for on‑site days.
  • CPE allowance: client will reimburse approved IFRS/tax courses taken during the mission.
  • Pipeline security: high demand in Luxembourg means repeat engagements and strong referral potential.
  • Hold a business permit in Luxembourg "Comptable"
Why take this role?
You’ll earn premium freelance rates while sharpening Lux GAAP, IFRS and tax‑compliance skills; enjoy a balanced hybrid schedule; and build a network in Europe’s most dynamic fund and corporate‑services hub.
  • Daily bookkeeping & cash‑posting in BOB 50, SAP FI or Exact; maintain AR/AP and bank reconciliations.
  • Month‑/quarter‑/year‑end closings under Lux GAAP: accruals, FX revaluations, depreciation, draft statutory accounts.
  • IFRS / group‑reporting packs – convert Lux GAAP figures and populate consolidation schedules.
  • Tax & regulatory compliance – compute CIT, NWT, VAT; prepare CSSF/BCL, FATCA/CRS and DAC6 returns.
  • Audit liaison – coordinate PBC list, resolve queries, secure clean opinion on schedule.
  • Process optimisation – automate workpapers with advanced Excel/Power Query, document SOPs and coach juniors.
  • Client communication – present financials to managers/boards; flag risks, cash‑flow or tax‑planning opportunities.
 
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Freelance senior accountant

Luxembourg - Independent senior accountant
Independent mandate (initial 6‑month contract, extendable) to lead the full accounting & reporting cycle for PE/RE funds, SOPARFI holdings and securitisation vehicles managed by a PSF/fund administrator. Hybrid set‑up: 2–3 on‑site days/week in Luxembourg City, remainder remote within the EU.
Must‑haveDetails
Experience5 – 8 years in Luxembourg fiduciary, PSF, Big 4 or fund administrator at senior‑accountant level.
Standards & regulationExpert in Lux GAAP, solid grasp of IFRS; comfortable with CSSF & BCL reporting, AML/KYC rules.
QualificationsOEC membership or ACCA/CPA (or on pathway); AML/KYC certificate an asset.
SystemsBOB 50, SAP FI, Exact; exposure to e‑Front, Yardi or Allvue.
LanguagesFluent English (mandatory) plus working French or German; Luxembourgish a plus.
Soft skillsAutonomy, deadline discipline, ability to explain complex issues to non‑accountants, mentoring mindset.

(Job ads for senior/Head‑of‑Accounting roles in Luxembourg list 5 + years’ experience, Lux GAAP/IFRS mastery and team‑coaching ability as core requirements.)
Bonuses & advantages
  • Competitive daily rate: typical freelance senior‑accountant mandates pay €650 – €950 per day, depending on scope and GAAP mix. Moovijob.com
  • Performance bonus: additional 5 – 10 % of total fee for on‑time delivery of year‑end financial statements and clean audit.
  • Meal vouchers & mileage reimbursement for on‑site days (common in PSF contracts). Moovijob.com
  • Hybrid flexibility: up to three remote days weekly plus overtime recovery credits.
  • Professional development: exposure to complex PE/RE structures, IFRS consolidation and system‑automation projects.
Benefit Why it matters
Premium daily ratesSenior freelance accountants in Luxembourg command market‑leading fees that reflect scarce Lux GAAP/IFRS expertise.
Performance bonusesMany PSFs/fund administrators offer completion or clean‑audit bonuses (typically 5‑10 % of invoiced fees).
Hybrid flexibilityTwo to three on‑site days ensure collaboration; remaining days can be remote within the EU, preserving work‑life balance.
High‑profile projectsExposure to sophisticated PE/RE structures, securitisations and cross‑border consolidations strengthens your technical CV.
Networking & future mandatesSuccessful missions often lead to repeat engagements with the same group or referrals across Luxembourg’s tight‑knit finance community.
Professional developmentEngagements frequently fund external CPE/IFRS or AML refreshers and give firsthand experience with new tools (e‑Front, Yardi, SAP S/4HANA).
Key responsibilities
  • Full‑cycle Lux GAAP accounting for several entities: AP/AR review, GL maintenance, month‑end and year‑end closings, consolidation packs.
  • IFRS or US GAAP conversion and preparation of statutory financial statements.
  • Tax & regulatory filings: CIT, VAT, subscription tax, BCL, CSSF, FATCA/CRS, DAC6.
  • Fund‑specific oversight: validate NAVs, capital‑call calculations and waterfall allocations; review e‑Front/Yardi outputs.
  • Audit coordination: act as first point of contact for Big 4 auditors, legal and tax advisers; clear PBC lists.
  • Process optimisation & mentoring: streamline workpapers, automate routines (Excel / Power Query), coach junior accountants.
  • Client liaison: present financials to international managers and boards, ensuring deadlines and SLA quality.
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Freelance accounting manager

Luxembourg - Independent accounting manager
As an independent accountant you will take full ownership of Lux GAAP bookkeeping, periodic closings and tax compliance for a portfolio of Luxembourg‑domiciled entities (holding companies, PE/RE fund SPVs, securitisation vehicles or commercial SMEs). You will also liaise directly with auditors, tax advisers and senior management, ensuring statutory and group‑reporting deadlines are met.

  • Experience: 3‑5 years in a Luxembourg fiduciary, PSF, Big 4 or in‑house accounting role.
  • Technical: Proven Lux GAAP mastery; exposure to IFRS a plus. Familiar with e‑Front/Yardi for fund work.
  • Qualifications: OEC membership or ACCA/CPA pathway; AML/KYC certificate desirable.
  • Systems: BOB 50, SAP FI, Exact; advanced Excel (pivots, Power Query).
  • Languages: Fluent English mandatory; French or German preferred; Luxembourgish a bonus.
  • Soft skills: Autonomy, deadline discipline, ability to explain complex issues to non‑accountants.

Daily rate€550 – €800 for standard mandates; up to €900 for fund‑reporting scope (benchmarks from interim job ads). 
Performance bonus5‑10 % uplift for on‑time year‑end accounts and clean audit.
Travel & meal vouchersMileage or public‑transport refund plus €8.40 meal cheques per on‑site day.
CPE allowanceMany clients reimburse IFRS / tax update courses taken during the mission.

  • Hybrid flexibility – typically 2‑3 office days, remaining days remote within the EU.
  • High demand & pipeline stability – 211 open accountancy roles listed in April 2025 underline scarcity of talent in Luxembourg. en.jobs.lu
  • Premium networking – direct contact with PE/RE managers, family offices and Big 4 auditors boosts future mandates.
  • Rapid skills growth – exposure to Pillar 2 rules, ELTIF 2.0 funds and latest accounting‑law changes keeps your profile current.
  • Business‑permit portability – once registered as a self‑employed “comptable indépendant”, you can invoice any EU client.
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