What you will be doing
A key member of the Corporate Services team, the Accounting Manager will take ownership of a diverse client portfolio and build trusted relationships through the consistent delivery of high-quality service. The role carries responsibility for the accurate and timely delivery of accounting, tax, corporate secretarial and compliance outputs, while proactively managing risk, resolving issues and maintaining strong commercial discipline across budgets, time recording and fee recovery.
The Accounting Manager will create a well-organized and collaborative team environment, establishing clear priorities, delegating effectively and maintaining robust quality oversight. Through regular feedback, coaching and performance support, they will develop capable and engaged team members while strengthening operational efficiency through practical improvements to processes and controls. This is a varied and rewarding role for an experienced professional who enjoys balancing technical delivery, client and stakeholder management, people leadership and continuous improvement, with the opportunity to make a visible contribution to the growth and reputation of DM Luxembourg.
Client Onboarding and Administration Coordinate the collection and preparation of KYC, AML and compliance documentation for review by the Compliance Officer and Client Acceptance Committee
Manage bank account opening requirements for new and existing client entities
Liaise with legal and tax advisers, notaries and other external parties throughout entity incorporation and transfer processes
Oversee the accurate set-up of client entities across accounting, administration and compliance systems, including all supporting agreements and control documentation
Partner with Internal Administration to establish appropriate fee structures and invoicing arrangements
Client Service and Portfolio Delive ry Manage a portfolio of client entities, ensuring enquiries and service requests are acknowledged and addressed promptly in line with company standards
Oversee the timely and accurate delivery of client accounting, tax reporting and corporate secretarial services, including board and shareholder meetings
Maintain accurate, complete and well-organised client records and document workflows
Coordinate with the Fund Services team and other internal stakeholders to support effective delivery across client engagements
Compliance, Risk and Commercial Management Oversee ongoing KYC, AML and compliance obligations, including periodic reviews and the timely escalation of issues
Manage client budgets, time recording, billable-hour performance and team timesheets to support effective portfolio management
Monitor outstanding client invoices and coordinate timely follow-up and fee recovery
Team Leadership and Operational Effectiveness Lead and support team members in delivering consistently high standards of client service
Plan and prioritise team workloads, delegate effectively, and review the work of junior team members
Manage team performance and development in accordance with Group policies and procedures
Collaborate with the management team to address operational, training and resourcing requirements and to escalate material issues
What you will need
Three to five years’ experience in a comparable role within the trust, corporate or financial services sector
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, proficiency in German and French would be an advantage
A relevant academic or professional background in accounting, finance or economics
A strong client focus and commitment to delivering high-quality service to internal and external stakeholders
Strong knowledge of the Luxembourg legal and regulatory environment, as well as industry requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel and Outlook, and experience with accounting software; knowledge of BOB would be an advantage
What you can expect
A competitive compensation and benefits…