Vice President | Real Assets | Abu Dhabi

The Citco Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Training & education support

Disability accommodations on request

Job summary

The Citco Group in Abu Dhabi seeks a VP Real Estate Fund Accounting to lead end-to-end fund accounting for complex real estate structures, including consolidation, GAAP/IFRS, and regulatory reporting.

You will oversee general ledgers, prepare financial statements and footnotes, review client agreements, and coordinate with auditors while mentoring junior staff in a client-focused, deadline-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business Finance or related field.
• Designated accountant or working towards ACA ACCA CIMA or CPA.
• 10 years of public/private real estate accounting experience.
• Experienced in preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements.
• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and control the general ledger and sub-ledgers.
• Process standard and complex bookkeeping entries.
• Prepare trial balances and work papers.
• Prepare financial statements footnotes and allocations.
• Prepare and analyze complex Excel spreadsheets and data.
• Consolidation for complex fund structures and GAAP memos.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written English

Deadline-driven

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in Business Finance or related field

Designated accountant or ACA/ACCA/CIMA/CPA in progress

10 years of real estate accounting experience

Tools

Yardi

Investran

eFront

MS Excel

Job description

VP Real Estate Fund Accounting

Abu Dhabi

Description

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 $3 trillion in assets under administration we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients needs.

About the Team & Business Line:

Fund Administration is Citcos core business and our alternative asset and accounting service is one of the industrys most respected. Our continuous investment in learning and technology solutions means our people are equipped to deliver a seamless client experience.

Your Role:

You will be responsible for the full scope of fund accounting activities including:

Accounting & Reporting

• Maintain and control the general ledger and various sub-ledgers

• Process standard and complex bookkeeping entries

• Prepare trial balances and work paper products

• Prepare financial statements footnotes partner capital statements and LP/GP allocations

• Prepare and analyze complex Excel spreadsheets and financial data

• Specialist with accounting granularities including consolidation process for complex fund structures.

• Strong knowledge of Luxembourgish fund vehicles including UK REITs

• Proficient with GAAP knowledge (IFRS LUX GAAP and conversions) and be able to produce technical accounting memos when required.

Client & Fund Management

• Review real estate fund clients partnership agreements PPMs and other fund materials

• Participate in the implementation of fund structures onto the accounting system

• Monitor compliance with client agreements including Service Level Agreements

• Monitor the timing and quality of client deliverables

• Process wire transfer payments on behalf of clients

• Liaise with property management companies and internal/external parties including auditors and legal counsel

• Assist in client audit procedures

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a primary contact point for clients responding to and resolving queries or escalating where necessary

• Uphold client centricity in close coordination with client service leads and across functions

• Interact with management and clients on reporting and operational matters

• Train and support team members in their development

About You:

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Business Finance or a related field

• Designated accountant or working towards ACA ACCA CIMA or CPA

• 10 years of public/private real estate accounting experience

• Experienced in preparing and reviewing general ledgers and financial statements

• Knowledge of IFRS and US GAAP

Technical Skills

• Advanced MS Excel; proficient in MS Word and PowerPoint

• Strong knowledge of Yardi Investran eFront

Additional Assets

• Experience in Limited Partnership accounting

• Background in private equity/real estate fund administration

• Familiarity with tax-efficient European structures related investment vehicles and regulatory requirements

Personal Attributes

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

• Motivated diligent and deadline-driven

• Strong team player with the ability to manage individual responsibilities

• Sound judgment with strong problem-solving and analytical skills

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.