At Brown Brothers Harriman, we believe no job is too big or small for any of us to handle if it helps our clients. We value passionate, committed people who enjoy collaborating with others to find new solutions to complex business challenges. We are looking for the type of person who speaks their mind, truly listens and steps outside their role to add value wherever they can.  Someone who is driven to get things done and views obstacles as an exciting challenge, that demands a creative solution. Above all, we seek someone who takes great pride in their work and is inspired and motivated by their role in protecting and enhancing our client’s financial well-being.

If you are looking for an entrepreneurial environment where you can learn and thrive, Brown Brothers Harriman is the right place for you.

Join us as Financial Reporting Specialist
 

In this position you will be responsible, under the direction of Financial Reporting Supervisor, for the day to day accounting and/or financial reporting for entities within the Alternative Investments Funds structures (AIF'), mostly Real Estate, Private Equity and Debt Funds, registered in Luxembourg and United States.

Responsibilities:

• Preparing quarterly / semi-annually / annually financial statements to internal (other BBH offices) and external parties (clients, auditors, tax advisors).
• Preparing financial statements of the investment funds under different accounting standards (IFRS, Luxembourg GAAP, US GAAP).
• Execution of all pre and post cycle processes related to the financial reporting process.
• Performing the internal controls agreed for the process.
• Updating work instructions for the assigned clients and processes.
• Preparing all required reconciliation and supporting files for the consolidation of AIF structures and other related documentation to the different parts of financial statements.
• Ensuring accuracy, timeliness and completeness of all client related tasks.
• Communicating with clients on a regular basis, ensuring timely and accurate responses to any client queries.
• Liaising with fund auditors and tax advisors and coordinating the supply of information and responses to queries.
• Communicating appropriately with the Financial Reporting Supervisor with respect to all timetables and workflow, and communicating to the extent appropriate about all relevant matters with other department members within BBH.
• Performing special projects within AIF Department including standardization and workload optimization.
   

Qualifications:

• University degree in Accounting / Finance or gained through experience.
• Knowledge of accounting standards and/or professional accountancy qualification (qualified or part qualified) will be a huge asset.
• 2 to 3 years of working experience in accounting / finance related area
• Highly organized, detail oriented and self-motivated, continuously seeking learning opportunities and striving to achieve the highest level of professional success.
• Strong numerical ability and analytical skills.
• Pro-active, mature and able to work with respect to the deadlines.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a potentially high pressure, client-driven environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly computer literate with strong Excel, Word and Powerpoint skills.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.
   

What we offer:

• Working in a company with rich tradition and culture
• Being an important member of the organization, we are not a BPO/SSC
• Meaningful job with possibilities to make a difference
• Numerous learning and development opportunities – language courses, additional trainings
• Atmosphere built on trust, support and mutual respect
• Rich benefit and bonus package
• Attractive salary reflecting skills, competencies and potential
• Modern facilities fostering collaboration and fun
• Work-life balanc