Senior Accountant

Namespace is an international internet services group providing solutions in domain registration, hosting, cloud services, brand protection and cybersecurity. Its key businesses include EuroDNS S.
A., an ICANN-accredited domain registrar and hosting provider; EBRAND, a technology-driven provider of corporate domain management, online brand protection and digital risk protection solutions; and CHIP S.
A., the software, billing and support agent for the Trademark Clearinghouse. Reporting directly to the Finance Director, we are looking for an experienced, proactive and detail-oriented : Senior Accountant (m/f/d) (Permanent contract, full-time, based in Leudelange) As a Senior Accountant, you will independently manage the accounting for a portfolio of predominantly small and medium-sized companies within our internationally active group. This is a hands-on role covering the full accounting cycle, from day-to-day bookkeeping to year-end closing, financial statements and tax compliance. You will handle selected entities entirely in-house. For other entities, you will coordinate external accounting providers and review their deliverables. The position requires an experienced accountant who can work autonomously, without regular guidance or day-to-day supervision. You will organise your own workload, resolve accounting issues independently and ensure that deadlines and statutory obligations are met. Your Responsibilities Accounting and Closing
• Take ownership of the full accounting cycle for assigned entities whose accounting is handled in-house, including:
• Accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Bank accounting and reconciliations
• General ledger accounting
• Accruals, deferrals, provisions and other closing entries
• Intercompany transactions and reconciliations
• Perform regular account reconciliations and ensure the accuracy and completeness of accounting records
• Prepare and manage monthly and annual closings
• Prepare annual financial statements and tax returns
• Ensure compliance with applicable Luxembourg accounting, tax and statutory requirements
• Independently manage selected entities whose accounting is fully handled in-house
• Investigate and resolve accounting discrepancies and complex accounting matters Coordination of External Accounting Providers
• Coordinate external accounting providers for entities whose accounting is outsourced.
• Review accounting entries, reconciliations, closing files and financial information received from external providers
• Ensure that deadlines, quality standards and internal requirements are met
• Act as the main point of contact for external accountants, tax advisers and other finance-related service providers Reporting and Audits Support
• Prepare monthly and annual financial reporting for management and group reporting
• Coordinate and support external audits by preparing the required documentation and explanations
• Follow up on audit requests and ensure that open items are addressed in a timely manner Projects and Process Improvement
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, reporting and internal controls
• Contribute to ad hoc Finance projects and cross-functional initiatives

Your Profile
We are looking for an experienced, hands-on accountant who can independently take responsibility for the accounting of several small and medium-sized companies. You should have:
• Several years of practical accounting experience gained in an in-house accounting function or an accounting firm, with direct responsibility for bookkeeping and closing activities
• Proven experience managing the full accounting cycle independently, including day-to-day accounting, monthly and annual closings, financial statements and tax returns
• Good knowledge of LuxGAAP
• Experience managing several legal entities simultaneously
• The ability to complete accounting and closing activities without regular guidance or day-to-day supervision
• Experience working with and/or supervising external accounting providers is an advantage
• A practical approach and a willingness to perform the day-to-day accounting yourself In-house accounting experience is preferred. Candidates from accounting firms are also welcome if they have independently managed the full accounting cycle for client companies. Substantial practical experience in operational accounting and independently preparing accounts and closings is essential; audit or advisory experience alone is insufficient. Qualifications and Technical Skills
• Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a comparable qualification
• Very good knowledge of Excel
• Practical experience with accounting software; BOB is highly desirable
• Good knowledge of Luxembourg accounting and tax requirements
• Professional working proficiency in French and English is mandatory
• German and/or Luxembourgish would be considered an advantage Personal Skills
· A high degree of autonomy, ownership and reliability
· A careful, accurate and conscientious approach to work
· Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
· A proactive approach to resolving issues and following tasks through to completion
· Team-oriented attitude and good communication skills

What We Offer
· A responsible position within an innovative and internationally active group operating in the internet industry
· Responsibility for a portfolio of predominantly small and medium-sized companies, combining accounting handled in-house with coordination of external providers
· A varied, hands-on role with substantial autonomy and direct responsibility for assigned entities
· Flat hierarchies and short decision-making processes
· The opportunity to shape and improve processes and workflows
· A pleasant, collaborative working environment with home-working opportunities If you enjoy hands-on accounting and independently managing several companies from day-to-day bookkeeping through to year-end closing, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please submit your application in English or French, to the attention of Mrs Sabrina BRISCHETTO, Head of Human Resources at jobs@eurodns.com including your CV and covering letter