Lead accounting operations for CSC Luxembourg including statutory and US GAAP reporting, VAT and payroll reconciliations, intercompany and credit card processes, audit coordination, CSSF/STATEC reporting, payment runs, and process improvements to ensure compliance and timely financial close.
Job Description
Manager of Finance
CSC, Luxembourg
8-months fixed term contract
Full time, 40h/week
Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office
Job Summary:
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Accounting Manager to join our finance operations team in Luxembourg. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in SAP S/4 HANA ERP system operations, tax and VAT compliance, payroll accounting and financial reporting. This role requires a proactive individual with a proven ability to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance to local and international regulations. The Accounting Manager will oversee complex financial processes-such as VAT returns, intercompany reconciliations, payroll reconciliation and audit coordination-while collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold financial integrity and optimize operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Statutory Reporting:
Prepare and review monthly balance sheets and income statements for multiple CSC entities.
Draft annual financial statements in accordance with Luxembourg GAAP.
Coordinate with external auditors during the annual and interim audits.
Credit Cards:
Administer corporate credit card processes, including issuing new cards and suspension of cards with unreported expenses.
Review monthly credit card reports to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
VAT:
Prepare and file annual VAT returns in collaboration with the internal tax team, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting.
Perform detailed reviews of monthly VAT returns to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Closing Activities:
Extract, analyze, and reconcile trial balances for local CSC entities covering both local and group ledgers for monthly closings between local and group ERP.
Lead reconciliations for VAT, payroll taxes and social security, third party accruals, intercompany transactions and key balance sheet items.
Record US GAAP-compliant journal entries.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between payroll reports (from service providers), local payroll documentation and ERP data.
Manage intercompany invoicing and accruals.
Continuously refine accounting processes to support local statutory and group reporting requirements.
CSSF and On-Demand Reporting:
Compile and submit monthly and quarterly CSSF reports accurate and on time.
Submit balance of payments and other statistical information to STATEC on a monthly basis
Provide timely support to internal and external stakeholders, addressing queries related to accounts payable, accounts receivable and other accounting matters.
Payments:
Review and coordinate weekly payment runs to third party vendors ensuring timely execution and employee claim of expenses reimbursements
Maintain schedules for tax and intercompany payments ensuring compliance and organization.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; ACCA, ACA or CIMA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience, including at least 3 years working extensively with SAP environments, experience with SAP S/4 HANA is essential.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, auditors and stakeholders.
About Us
At CSC®, we're always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.
CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.
When applying for this role, please note that additional background checks may be carried out and an original of your criminal record (n*3) may be requested as evidence of integrity justified with regard to the specific needs of the position to be filled.
About the Team
At CSC®, we're always looking ahead, finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate the needs of our clients. We exceed expectations by adapting client ambitions and goals as our own. This Fierce Client Spirit has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 125 years. It's also the reason we're the trusted partner of many of the world's most successful organizations.
CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours. We empower our colleagues to bring the right solutions to market to meet client demand. That's why we are the leading provider of business administration and compliance solutions.
#BI-Hybrid
Manager of Finance
CSC, Luxembourg
8-months fixed term contract
Full time, 40h/week
Hybrid, 3 days per week in the office
Job Summary:
We are seeking a meticulous and experienced Accounting Manager to join our finance operations team in Luxembourg. The ideal candidate will bring extensive expertise in SAP S/4 HANA ERP system operations, tax and VAT compliance, payroll accounting and financial reporting. This role requires a proactive individual with a proven ability to ensure accuracy, timeliness and compliance to local and international regulations. The Accounting Manager will oversee complex financial processes-such as VAT returns, intercompany reconciliations, payroll reconciliation and audit coordination-while collaborating with cross-functional teams to uphold financial integrity and optimize operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
Statutory Reporting:
Prepare and review monthly balance sheets and income statements for multiple CSC entities.
Draft annual financial statements in accordance with Luxembourg GAAP.
Coordinate with external auditors during the annual and interim audits.
Credit Cards:
Administer corporate credit card processes, including issuing new cards and suspension of cards with unreported expenses.
Review monthly credit card reports to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
VAT:
Prepare and file annual VAT returns in collaboration with the internal tax team, ensuring accurate accounting and reporting.
Perform detailed reviews of monthly VAT returns to ensure compliance and accuracy.
Closing Activities:
Extract, analyze, and reconcile trial balances for local CSC entities covering both local and group ledgers for monthly closings between local and group ERP.
Lead reconciliations for VAT, payroll taxes and social security, third party accruals, intercompany transactions and key balance sheet items.
Record US GAAP-compliant journal entries.
Investigate and resolve discrepancies between payroll reports (from service providers), local payroll documentation and ERP data.
Manage intercompany invoicing and accruals.
Continuously refine accounting processes to support local statutory and group reporting requirements.
CSSF and On-Demand Reporting:
Compile and submit monthly and quarterly CSSF reports accurate and on time.
Submit balance of payments and other statistical information to STATEC on a monthly basis
Provide timely support to internal and external stakeholders, addressing queries related to accounts payable, accounts receivable and other accounting matters.
Payments:
Review and coordinate weekly payment runs to third party vendors ensuring timely execution and employee claim of expenses reimbursements
Maintain schedules for tax and intercompany payments ensuring compliance and organization.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; ACCA, ACA or CIMA certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of financial accounting experience, including at least 3 years working extensively with SAP environments, experience with SAP S/4 HANA is essential.
Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
Advanced proficiency in spreadsheets for data analysis and reporting
Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, auditors and stakeholders.
About Us
At CSC®, we're always looking ahead, finding ways to improve and anticipate the future needs of our customers. Curiosity fuels our innovation and productivity drives our results. This proactive mindset has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 120 years.
CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose personal values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions to market to meet customer demand. That is why we are the premier provider of global solutions for more than 180,000 businesses.
- CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
- We have been voted a Top Workplace every year since 2006.
- We offer challenging work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
- Employees are eligible for success sharing, bonus, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
- CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package as part of your Total Rewards that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and more.
When applying for this role, please note that additional background checks may be carried out and an original of your criminal record (n*3) may be requested as evidence of integrity justified with regard to the specific needs of the position to be filled.
About the Team
At CSC®, we're always looking ahead, finding ways to innovate, challenge the status quo, and anticipate the needs of our clients. We exceed expectations by adapting client ambitions and goals as our own. This Fierce Client Spirit has helped us adapt and create solutions that have enabled businesses to run smoother and smarter for more than 125 years. It's also the reason we're the trusted partner of many of the world's most successful organizations.
CSC is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people whose values align with ours. We empower our colleagues to bring the right solutions to market to meet client demand. That's why we are the leading provider of business administration and compliance solutions.
- CSC is a great place to work with smart and dedicated people.
- We have won several employer recognition awards, including Top Workplace USA, Great Places to Work India, and Built In's Best Places to Work.
- We offer fulfilling work and career opportunities. Most positions are filled with internal moves and employee referrals.
- Employees are eligible for Success Sharing, bonuses, or commission plans based on role and individual performance.
- CSC offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that includes annual leave, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, and more.
- As business needs allow, CSC offers hybrid or remote work schedules in alignment with local regulations. Specific details for this position will be discussed during the interview process.
#BI-Hybrid
CSC London, England Office
CSC London Office
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CSC London, England Office
CSC London Office
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