Financial Reporting Specialist at SEI U.S. in LUX

Job description

The SEI Luxembourg team is seeking a Financial Reporting Specialist . This position is responsible for the preparations, review, and approval of Financial Statements for investment funds and companies, ranging across various financial reporting standards. The Financial Reporting Specialist will be responsible for reviewing and monitoring the operational tasks performed by our delegates in order to successfully meet the deliverables in the Financial Reporting Department. This role will assume responsibility for reviewing and approving financial statements, regulatory filings and other aspects of regulatory compliance in the Luxembourg jurisdiction. This position may require occasional travel, predominantly within Europe Within any applicable tax limits for cross-border work, this position may be eligible to be performed in a hybrid fashion (in the office 3 or more days/week and from a home office up to 2 days/week). What you will do: Serve as a main daily contact for our colleagues in Ireland and the United States, in relation to a range of clients, and their deliverables, ensuring employees adhere to company policies and procedures, in alignment with established service level agreements made in conjunction with accounting teams and external stakeholders. Verify all established Financial Reporting processing procedures and controls are completed accurately, and in a timely manner. Prepare, review, approve and provide comments, where applicable, on work performed by our delegate offices, including: Preparation and distribution of Annual and Interim Financial Statements Timely completion of all local Luxembourg Financial Regulatory Filings (i.e. BCL, RCS, and relevant marketing institutions), in alignment with regulatory reporting requirements Coordinate, plan and complete audits and audit-related requirements Maintain a Central Library of All Audited Financial Statements Ensure coverage of any/all activities managed by the team Respond to queries and information requests from clients and/or auditors within defined deadlines and with appropriate documentation Identify, document and resolve actual/potential issues Supervise, train, coach and mentor junior colleagues/new employees, develop and motivate staff within the Financial Reporting discipline Assist Authorized Management team with the development, implementation and maintenance of departmental procedures and documentation thereof; collaborate to ensure employees adhere to company policies and procedures Further develop a comprehensive understanding of offshore and domestic Financial Reporting requirements for alternative and/or mutual funds Continually assess and generate ideas to innovate our operational service model, with a focus on quality, efficiency and continuous improvement Maintain a positive working relationship with external clients, as well as internal relationship managers and other functional teams and business units within SEI Attend and participate in regular team meetings. Complete ad hoc projects, as needed. What we need from you: 3+ years’ funds experience in Luxembourg, ideally with alternative investments (i.e. private debt/private equity/hedge funds/UCITs. 2+ years financial reporting and/or audit experience, including report preparation, regulatory filing and distribution. In-depth knowledge and understanding of best practices (GAAP rules/IFRS principles) within the Investment (Financial) Services Industry, ideally within Luxembourg/EU. Ability to independently manage multiple projects and deadlines to meet strict deadlines, prioritizing work and maximizing efficiencies to manage time. Fluency in English language, with strong written and verbal communication skills. PC proficiency, particularly with Microsoft Office Suite What we would like from you: Third level qualification, preferably in Accounting/Finance or related field. At least 2 years of pervious accounting experience. Proven supervisory skills, including experience leading/coaching/mentoring