(Senior) Manager Client Relationship in Accounting

BDO Luxembourg is looking for a (Senior) Manager Client Relationship in Accounting!

Who are we? 

BDO is present in over 169 countries and we offer an extensive range of services in the areas of Audit, Tax, Advisory, Accounting, Business Services and Outsourcing. At BDO Luxembourg, our mission is to provide our clients with the expertise of our global network tailored to the unique needs of the Luxembourgish market, delivering personalized services and building valued relationships. With over 700 employees representing more than 40 nationalities, we embrace diversity and encourage skills and people development among our employees. Our core values, honesty, integrity, quality, respect and responsibility, define our culture. Hence, our People can expect to grow in a stimulating work environment that supports professional development and fosters inclusivity.

What will you do? 

As a (Senior) Manager Client Relationship in Accounting, you will play a key role in managing and developing a portfolio of local commercial clients, including start-ups, SMEs, large corporations, family-owned businesses and self-employed professionals. Combining technical accounting expertise, a proactive advisory mindset and strong leadership skills, you will ensure high-quality service delivery while building long-term client relationships and contributing to the growth of our business.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Client Relationship Management & Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact for your clients, proactively anticipating their accounting, tax, financial and administrative needs and providing tailored, value-added solutions.

• Accounting & Financial Reporting: Oversee and review the daily accounting activities performed by your team, ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of annual accounts, management reports, financial statements and KPIs tailored to clients' business activities.

• Tax Compliance & Advisory: Supervise, review and finalize tax returns and related filings, ensuring compliance with Luxembourg tax legislation and applicable accounting standards, while advising clients on their tax obligations.

• Business Advisory & Value Creation: Go beyond traditional accounting services by identifying opportunities to support clients with financial reporting, budgeting, performance monitoring and business process improvements.

• Team Leadership & Development: Lead, coach and develop your team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment. Ensure effective workload allocation, knowledge sharing and professional development while maintaining high standards of service quality.

• Digital Transformation & Process Improvement: Drive the continuous improvement of internal accounting and reporting processes by leveraging automation, AI and digital solutions to enhance efficiency, accuracy and service quality, while ensuring compliance with data protection requirements and BDO policies.

• Business Development: Actively contribute to the acquisition of new clients and the expansion of existing relationships by leveraging your professional network, market knowledge and understanding of clients' evolving needs.

• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with other BDO service lines to identify opportunities and deliver integrated solutions that address clients' accounting, tax and broader business challenges.

This position is for you if: 

• You are a qualified accountant or are close to obtaining the qualification.

• You possess at least 5 years of professional experience managing a portfolio of local commercial clients within a fiduciary or Big Four firm in Luxembourg.

• You possess strong technical expertise in Luxembourg accounting, financial reporting and taxation, with a solid understanding of the needs of local businesses.

• You have demonstrated leadership capabilities, with experience supervising, coaching and developing accounting teams.

• You have a strong client-oriented and commercial mindset, with the ability to build trusted relationships, anticipate client needs and identify business development opportunities.

• You are highly organized, detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards.

• You demonstrate an independent, conscientious and goal-oriented working style, combined with a collaborative and proactive approach.

• You are curious about emerging technologies and have demonstrated an interest in improving accounting processes through digital tools, automation and innovative solutions.

• You are fluent in French and German or Luxembourgish. Additionally, you possess good English skills.

What´s in it for you: 

• Competitive remuneration package including

- a 13th month (representing a mobility budget offering a car leasing opportunity),

- a discretionary performance bonus

• Pension plan

• Lunch vouchers

• Extra days of annual leave

• Flexible working hours and homeworking options

• Parking spots available for a fee within our building

• Possibility to charge electric vehicles in our parking 

• On-site employee restaurant with preferential prices

• Free access to our fitness room

• Sports sessions for small additional charge

• Internal sports groups (e.g. running, cycling and football)

• Career development opportunities through a wide range of trainings (e.g. technical and soft skills, language courses)

Our main office is ideally located in the modern and rapidly expanding Cloche d’Or area. This dynamic area offers easy access to public transport, stores and park-and-ride facilities.

Are you willing to grow your career in a multicultural, pleasant and dynamic environment? Then, take your chance!

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In accordance with the provisions of the Luxembourg law of 23 July 2016 amending the law of 29 March 2013, candidates may be required to provide an extract from their criminal record. This document, issued by the authorities, must not be older than three months. Such a document will be requested with the aim of carrying out a character check on candidates, bearing in mind the area of activity of our establishment and, more particularly, the tasks described in the job description.