Freelance accounting assistant

Luxembourg
131 days ago

Description

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.

Requirements

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.

Bonuses

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

Benefits

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.

Responsibilities

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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