Fund Administrator, Investor Tax Reporting

About Northern Trust

As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions.

Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide.

With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service.

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW

The Fund Reporting department in Luxembourg is managing the processes of financial, tax and regulatory reporting. These services involve the management of offshore services, service providers and the coordination of interaction with fund auditors and tax advisors. The team also manages the calculation of fund distributions and the production of daily tax figures. This open post is within the tax and dividend distributions services team. This is a great opportunity to join a growing multicultural team and company, and to help shape and influence the future operating model of the team with terrific opportunities for self-development and career advancement.

MAIN DUTIES

• Supporting the delivery of daily tax figures and periodic tax reporting for funds administered.
• Supporting the delivery of dividend distribution calculations.
• Coordination with the reporting team and with the other teams in the fund administration and transfer agency to ensure smooth delivery of client services.
• Cooperation and support for client service teams in responding to client queries.
• Assisting in the delivery of services including:
  • Timely and accurate delivery of daily and period data for production and reporting;
  • Dealing with requests from auditors and tax advisors;
  • Coordination with internal and external parties ensuring that reports comply with legal requirements in terms of data content, layout and timing;
  • Support of the management of incoming requests from fund auditors, distribution partners, fund promoters with the teams responsible for the responses.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• Some knowledge of fund accounting and legal/regulatory requirements
• Good communication skills
• Some knowledge of the fund administration processes, including distribution and investor related tax requirements
• Accounting knowledge and very good command of MS Excel, knowledge of GP4 accounting software an advantage
• Ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines
• Strong analytical, organisation and coordination skills
• A very good command of English is essential. Knowledge of German/French beneficial
• Experience in working with business analysts and IT is an advantage
• Experience on tax related topics for the below jurisdictions would be beneficial
  • Belgium
  • Germany
  • Austria
  • Italy
  • Switzerland
  • UK

Working with Us

As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve.

Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities.

Reasonable Accommodation

Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at MyHRHelp@ntrs.com, or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.

About Our Luxembourg Office

In 2024, the Northern Trust Luxembourg office celebrated their 20th anniversary, an important chapter in their history. Having opened in 2004 to support one client, they have since grown their client base substantially and increased their headcount significantly, which now stands at over 400.

From modern fully equipped meeting rooms to a vast canteen with a view over a vegetable garden, maintained by our team all year round, and a rooftop where beehives have been installed, this space is truly a source of pride for our team. Learn more.