Finance Manager / Head of AccountingLocation: Luxembourg
About the Opportunity A fast‑growing specialty lender dedicated to supporting a fast growing sector is looking for an experienced Finance Manager / Head of Accounting to join its expanding team in Luxembourg. This is a unique chance to step into a high‑impact role within a young, ambitious organisation backed by a major global financial institution.
If you’re excited by the idea of building a finance function, shaping processes from the ground up, and contributing directly to the company’s growth, this role offers exactly that.
What You’ll Do You will oversee all financial operations and play a central role in ensuring the company’s financial integrity, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. Your responsibilities will include:
Financial Leadership & Team Building
Build and lead an accounting team aligned with the company’s growth
Develop and implement accounting policies, procedures, and best practices
Oversee quarter‑end and year‑end closing processes
Financial Reporting & Analysis
Prepare financial statements and management reports in collaboration with the external accounting firm
Analyse financial data and provide actionable insights to senior management
Develop, manage, and monitor budgets and forecasts
Compliance & Audit
Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and reporting requirements
Support internal and external audits and other compliance activities
Loan Portfolio Oversight
Monitor loan portfolios to ensure adherence to documentation and regulatory standards
Work closely with Loan Origination, Underwriting, and Accounting teams to ensure smooth servicing
Prepare and review loan performance reports, including delinquency and default analysis
Contribute to risk management by identifying and supporting mitigation strategies
Collaboration & Strategic Support
Partner with the Chief Financial Officer on strategic initiatives
Take on additional responsibilities as the company grows
What We’re Looking For
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field
5+ years of relevant accounting experience, including team management
Strong understanding of accounting principles and regulatory frameworks
Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a team
Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities
Fluency in English; French is highly preferred
Why This Role Stands Out
Opportunity to build and shape a finance function from the ground up
High visibility and direct impact on company strategy
Dynamic, entrepreneurial environment backed by a major financial institution
Exposure to both corporate finance and loan portfolio management
