Valuation Specialist
A newly established entity within a well-regarded investment firm in Luxembourg is seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Fund Controller to support the CEO in building and scaling operations. The entity currently manages 8 funds (AIFs and UCITS) and is backed by the main organization, which provides support across several processes. The Fund Controller will play a pivotal role in setting up and overseeing Finance, Valuation, and Fund Administration functions, while also acting as a strategic sparring partner to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities
Finance & Fund Accounting
- Oversee financial operations for AIFs and UCITS, including NAV oversight, financial reporting, and audit coordination.
- Ensure accurate and timely fund accounting in collaboration with outsourced service providers.
- Support budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning for the entity.
Valuation
- Lead valuation processes for all managed funds, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and internal policies.
- Liaise with valuation agents and auditors to ensure consistency and transparency.
Fund Administration
- Coordinate fund lifecycle activities including onboarding, reporting, and investor communications.
- Manage relationships with third-party administrators, custodians, and other service providers.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and support the implementation of governance frameworks.
Strategic Support
- Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, contributing to strategic decisions and operational setup.
- Collaborate on cross-functional initiatives including IT, procurement, and process optimization.
- Drive continuous improvement and scalability of finance and fund administration processes.
Profile
- Proven experience in fund control, finance, or fund administration within the asset management or investment fund industry.
- Strong understanding of AIF and UCITS structures, Luxembourg regulations, and fund operations.
- Comfortable working in a startup-like environment with a hands-on, flexible approach.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluent in English; additional languages (e.g., French or German) are a plus.
Offer
- Opportunity to shape and build a new entity from the ground up.
- High-impact role with direct exposure to executive leadership.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
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