Accounting Officer - Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main bei Citco

Accounting Officer

Frankfurt, Germany

About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 80 offices worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

About the Team & Business Line:

For over 75 years Citco has developed an ethos of service excellence and partnership in corporate fiduciary and administration that our clients rely upon. Through our global office network we provide a full suite of corporate administrative services to set up, administer and maintain corporate entities throughout their life cycle.

Working within the Corporate Solutions (C2S) business line of Citco, you will be in charge of the ongoing administration and governance of a large portfolio of client-companies for multinational, corporate and private clients as well as private debt clients. You will report to the local Senior Management Team.

• General accounting and bookkeeping according to (inter)national and industry specific accounting requirements;
• Prepare annual, quarterly or monthly management accounts for client companies, including preparation of balance sheets and P&L; we will expect you to be able to work autonomously but able to recognize when assistance is needed;
• Pro-actively maintain and develop a network of internationally established clients;
• Audit Planning & Management;
• Advise senior management on development in the German market and its impact on the client portfolio;
• Assisting, as necessary, with the structuring of financial and property transactions, and the creation, maintenance and dissolving international companies for the purpose of property acquisition;
• Maintenance of high quality operating standards, procedures and quality controls; and
• Attend to queries raised by clients, (tax) advisors, lawyers, notaries, other professionals, government institutions and other Citco offices worldwide.

About You:

• A (Bachelor) degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related discipline and 2 years’ experience in an accounting position with an international organization or corporate service provider;
• Have a strong analytical mind-set and the ability to deliver high quality service;
• Knowledge of preparation of financial statements based on German GAAP; Knowledge of IFRS or any other GAAP would be considered as advantage;
• Be a meticulous, proactive and attentive to details;
• Team player with excellent communication skills and ability to work autonomously;
• Fluent German and good command of both written and spoken English;
• Be willing to learn and able to adapt in new challenges.

Our Benefits

Your well being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

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