Financial Controller

Apheon is a pan-European mid-market private equity investment company managing ~€3 billion of assets from global institutional investors and families. It is headquartered in Brussels, with offices in Luxembourg, Paris, Munich, Milan, Madrid and Amsterdam. Apheon invests in leading companies with a sustainable, competitive position in attractive niche sectors, that are headquartered in the Benelux, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, with a constant emphasis on developing their environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) journey during its investment period. Apheon employs ~60 direct employees across 7 offices and indirect employees in excess of 20,000 in its participations. More information on Apheon’s activities, people and values can be found in the “working at Apheon” video (link).

As a result of the increase in its activities, Apheon is recruiting a Financial Controller to join the Finance Team at the Luxembourg office.

As Financial Controller you will join Apheon Management SA (the “Alternative Investment Fund Manager” or “AIFM”) and contribute actively to its financial operations in Luxembourg. You will support the financial oversight, reporting, and coordination efforts of the AIFM, particularly in relation to private equity fund structures.

You will work closely with the CFO, Head of Fund Controlling, and external service providers to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data and reporting across more than 60 entities. Your responsibilities will include:

As Financial Controller you will join Apheon Management SA (the “Alternative Investment Fund Manager” or “AIFM”) and contribute actively to its financial operations in Luxembourg. You will support the financial oversight, reporting, and coordination efforts of the AIFM, particularly in relation to private equity fund structures.

You will work closely with the CFO, Head of Fund Controlling, and external service providers to ensure the integrity, accuracy, and timeliness of financial data and reporting across more than 60 entities. Your responsibilities will include:

1. Fund Financial Control & Oversight

• Assist in the review and monitoring of quarterly fund financial statements and Net Asset Value (“NAV”) calculations prepared by third-party fund administrators.
• Support the preparation and tracking of capital calls, distributions, investor reportings (including capital account statements).
• Monitor fund cash flows, perform bank reconciliations, and support treasury operations (including credit facilities and transactions fund flows).
• Contribute to the preparation of annual financial statements and coordinate with tax advisors for local and foreign tax compliance. 

2. Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and maintain internal financial reports, dashboards, and analysis for management and investors.
• Assist in analyzing fund performance, expense allocations, and fee calculations (e.g., management fees, carried interest, preferred return).
• Help manage and improve the investor portals to ensure timely and accurate information sharing.
• Assist in the maintenance and improvement of internal control processes, workflows, and financial documentation. 

3. Coordination with Service Providers

• Act as a liaison with external fund administrators, auditors, and tax advisors to ensure timely and accurate deliverables.
• Assist in the coordination of the annual audit process and regulatory filings.

We are seeking a motivated candidate with a solid foundation in finance and accounting, ideally with prior exposure to private equity or alternative investment structures.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• 2–4 years of experience in audit, fund accounting, or financial control (Big 4 or fund administrator experience preferred);
• Solid understanding of accounting principles (Lux GAAP/IFRS knowledge is a plus);
• Basic tax principle knowledge (Lux and any additional country is a plus);
• Understanding of private equity fund structures and AIFM regulations;
• Strong Excel and financial analysis skills;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines in a structured and organized manner within a time-pressured environment;
• Outstanding business judgment and solution-oriented mindset;
• Comfort working in multicultural, dynamic environments;
• Ability to liaise and work closely with senior management and service providers;
• Fluency in English and French, other European languages are a plus;
• University degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.