Financial Accountant - SPV & Fund Accounting (Associate Level) (m/f)

Financial Accountant - SPV & Fund Accounting (Associate Level)

Join a dynamic and fast-growing corporate services provider with a strong international presence, including offices in Dublin and London. This exciting role is based in the heart of Luxembourg City, offering the successful candidate the chance to work alongside a dynamic team of accountants, legal professionals, and compliance specialists. You'll be part of a collaborative environment that values expertise, innovation, and client service excellence.

Cafico International welcomes people with positive and proactive attitudes to work and who are aligned to our core values of Integrity, Determination, Pride and Innovation. We have a client focused approach and support all of our team members in the deliverance of a first-class client experience.

Job Description

The successful candidate will join a growing team and will be responsible for the accounting and financial reporting of a portfolio of Luxembourg-domiciled funds, corporate clients and special purpose vehicles (SPVs), including securitisation structures established to participate in capital market transactions.

This role is ideally suited to a candidate who is keen to build strong technical foundations in fund and SPV accounting through hands-on preparation work and continuous learning.

Primary Responsibilities

The successful candidate will primarily focus on supporting the team through preparation and execution of core accounting tasks, including:

• Perform day-to-day accounting operations for a portfolio of corporate entities;
• Bookkeeping and preparation of monthly/quarterly management accounts/ NAV Pack as required by clients;
• Assist in capital call and distribution, fee calculations and reconciliations (bank, position, portfolio).
• Preparation of annual financial statements under Lux GAAP/ IFRS;
• Support audit processes by preparing documentation and responding to queries
• Assist with cash management and payment preparation
• Preparation of VAT returns, tax filings, and regulatory reports (CSSF, BCL, ECDF);
• Liaise with clients, investment managers, external auditors, tax advisors, legal counsel and other stakeholders;
• Support the business in responding to client needs on an ongoing basis; and
• Ensure that ethical standards and human rights principles are upheld across all areas of responsibility.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• 2-3 years of relevant experience in fund or SPV accounting, ideally within the Luxembourg financial services sector
• Strong knowledge of Luxembourg GAAP (IFRS exposure is a plus);
• Professional accounting qualification (e.g., ACCA, CPA) or commitment to pursue one;
• Proficiency in English, knowledge of French or German is an advantage;
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn;
• Proficiency in Efront or similar applications desired but not essential;
• Good organisational skills and ability to follow structured processes;
• Proactive mindset with a strong work ethic;
• Ability to work both independently (on defined tasks) and as part of a team; and
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Significant growth potential for the right candidate;
• Well-diversified range of tasks;
• Significant opportunity to contribute to and influence the future design and structure of the Luxembourg operations;
• Study support for further professional qualifications; and
• A competitive remuneration package, depending on qualifications and experience.