Corporate Services Accountant - Real Estate

Location: ABOUT US: As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions. With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com Key Responsibilities: Actively contribute to the day-to-day and month-end, quarter-end and year-end books close process (incl. but not limited to recording of accruals/prepaids, reconciliation of balance sheet accounts etc); Investigating full balance sheet and profit and loss variances against different benchmarks and providing variance analysis and associated explanations as part of the books closing process; Actively supporting the preparation of VAT, tax returns and other regulatory reporting; Involvement in the annual audit process and preparation of the annual financial statements; Collaborate with external parties as may be required; Actively contributing to improvement initiatives, standardization, re-engineering of processes and controls, and implementation of best practices; Basic qualifications: Minimum Bachelor’s degree in accounting, business, or economics; 2 to 3 years experience of the relevant experience would be an advantage; Knowledge of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) would be an advantage; Ability to learn and adapt quickly in a fast-growing and dynamic environment, especially in industries that are undergoing rapid digit transformation. You are fluent in both English and French; Excellent written and verbal communication skills in French would be an advantage; Strong organizational, multi-tasking skills and strong analytical skills with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation; Ability to check and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail; You possess team spirit, ability to work in demanding and high-pressure environment, motivation to work well as an individual and as a team and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate. Preferred qualifications: Working towards an ACCA, CPA, or equivalent certification; SAP S4 Hana knowledge will be considered an asset; Ability to dive deep into data, existing processes and technology challenges in order to identify issues and opportunities. WHAT WE OFFER We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you. Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. Our global benefits also include: Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday! Continuous mentoring along your career progression Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan Plus additional local benefits depending on your location Equity in every sense of the word: We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. We celebrate our differences, and understand that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, working towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work. We are committed to ensuring a welcoming recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. (Alter Domus Privacy notice can be reviewed via Alter Domus webpage: https://alterdomus.com/privacy-notice/ ) #LI-HYBRID