Senior Accountant / Management Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) (m/f/d)
About us:
LUMYA Living is a forward-thinking, design-led, Co-Living, Serviced Apartment & purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) operator with a growing international portfolio. Formerly Lumis Student Living, LUMYA Living is entering a new chapter defined by brand ambition, operational excellence, and a commitment to creating vibrant living communities for young professional & students across Europe. With sites in the UK, Austria, Germany, and expansion underway in Ireland and Portugal, LUMYA Living is rapidly establishing itself as a premium brand in the global student living market.
Senior Accountant / Management Accountant (Bilanzbuchhalter) (m/f/d)
Location: Vienna, Austria | Full-time
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Role
This is a key finance role supporting both our own operations and our expanding third-party property management portfolio in Austria. You will take ownership of management reporting, statutory accounting and month-end close while partnering closely with operational teams, management and external advisors to ensure accurate financial reporting, strong financial controls and continuous process improvement.
Your Responsibilities
Financial Reporting & Accounting
Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports independently
Manage month-end, quarter-end and year-end closing processes
Maintain the general ledger and ensure accurate accounting across multiple legal entities
Prepare and review bank, balance sheet and intercompany reconciliations
Coordinate the preparation of statutory financial statements together with external accountants and tax advisors
Review VAT returns, corporate tax returns and other statutory filings
Business Partnering & Financial Planning
Prepare variance analyses and present financial insights to management
Support budgeting, forecasting and financial planning activities
Act as a trusted finance partner for operational budget holders
Prepare cash flow forecasts, including quarterly project funding requirements
Finance Operations & Controls
Oversee the Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, including payment runs
Coordinate payroll activities and liaise with the external payroll provider
Liaise with banks regarding KYC requirements and banking administration
Drive the continuous improvement of finance processes, internal controls and reporting quality
Support the optimisation of our finance systems, including Sage Intacct
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across multiple business entities
Provide cross-functional support and holiday cover within the Finance team
Your Profile
Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration or a related discipline
Austrian Bilanzbuchhalter qualification is highly desirable
Minimum 5–7 years of relevant professional experience in accounting or finance
Proven experience preparing management accounts and independently managing month-end close
Sound knowledge of Austrian GAAP (UGB) and Austrian tax regulations
Experience in the property, real estate or hospitality sector is an advantage
Strong understanding of statutory reporting, financial controls and management reporting
Experience with ERP systems, ideally Sage Intacct
Advanced Microsoft Excel and MS Office skills
Fluent German and English, both written and spoken
Excellent organisational skills and exceptional attention to detail
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain financial information to non-financial stakeholders
A proactive, hands-on and solution-oriented mindset with a strong sense of ownership
What We Offer
A key finance role with a high level of ownership and responsibility
The opportunity to contribute to a growing international business and its expanding third-party property management portfolio
A modern office in the heart of Vienna with excellent public transport connections
Flexible working hours and the opportunity to work from home
Regular team-building events and company activities
A collaborative, international and supportive working environment
Opportunities for professional development and long-term career growth
An open company culture that values initiative, accountability and continuous improvement
A gross annual salary starting from EUR 65,000, with willingness to offer a higher salary depending on your qualifications and professional experience
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you. Please apply via LinkedIn or contact us directly with your CV at Recruiting@viridisrealestate.com .