Job DescriptionIt’s never been a more exciting time to join Vistra.At Vistra our purpose is progress. We believe that our clients have the power to change the world and to do great things for global progress, and we exist to remove the friction that comes from the complexity of global business – to help our clients achieve progress without friction.
But progress only happens when people come together and take action. And we’re absolutely committed to building a culture where our people can do just that.
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join our team as Senior Financial Services Accountant - Funds. Reporting to the Manager - Fund Services, this full-time and permanent position is based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, and offers regional coverage, allowing you to make a significant impact to our Fund Services and its’ growth.
Key Responsibilities
- * Preparation/Reviewing of bookkeeping (e.g. accruals, interest calculations, sales entries, movements in investments according to Dutch GAAP but also IFRS)
- Preparing/Reviewing of periodic reports
- Preparation/Reviewing of Financial Statements and assistance with statutory audits
- Preparing/Reviewing Capital Account Statements and Net Asset Values (Investor reporting)
- Reading/understanding Fund documents like Subscription documents, partnership agreements, and shareholder agreements for existing/new funds
- Preparing/Reviewing capital call and distribution notices
- Preparing/Reviewing waterfall and equalization workings
- Coordinating and dealing with Fund investors on meeting investor’s specific reporting requirements
- Reviewing investor requests and any ad hoc requests from client
- Client contact and communication with our Centre of Excellence
Key Requirements
- * Effective client-handling skills
- Strong prioritizing ability and organizational skills
- Analytical, meticulous, and systematic in approach to work
- Possess 3-5 years of experience in audit / accounting fields in Venture Capital/Private Equity Fund industry.
- Prior experience with another Fund Administrator or Fund Manager is preferred
- Sound knowledge of Dutch GAAP and/or IFRS
- Excellent command of the English language, both verbal and written
- Adequate excel skills
- Possess a bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Accounting, Business Economics, Business Administration or equivalent;
Company BenefitsAt Vistra Netherlands, we offer a challenging position in an ambitious organization where no day is the same. A company with a view to the future where you can grow together with and, above all, put your own stamp on. In addition, we offer:
- Market conform remuneration and benefits (e.g., allowance to travel to work).
- 8% holiday allowance & 26 days off per year plus 1 flexible public holiday and 1 celebration leave day. The option to buy (max. 5) vacation days.
- Collective pension scheme, non-contributory, option to voluntary save extra with a maximum of 5,4%.
- Vistra Bonus Plan, based on Vistra Group performance and individual performance.
- Learning and training, i.e., via our digital learning environment ‘Vistra Skills Platform’.
- Work laptop and work phone.
- Hybrid working: the possibility to work partially from home and an allowance to set up your home office.
We value interdepartmental collaboration, work as ONE Vistra throughout the world and of course get to know each other better outside of work at our DoMiBo’s (Thursday Afternoon Drinks). We look forward to getting to know you better as well!
If you are excited about working with us, we encourage you to apply or have a confidential chat with one of our Talent Acquisition team members. Our goal is to make this a great place to work where all our people can thrive. We hope you join us on this exciting journey!
