Senior Financial Controller - Regulatory Reporting

European Depositary Bank SA ("EDB") is part of the Apex Group. As an independent provider free from institutional influences we can deliver an agile and responsive cross-jurisdictional service in an ever-changing regulatory environment.

Our powerful global infrastructure and breadth of technical experience enables us to provide market leading solutions tailored to benefit our clients.

Our vision is to be the leading provider of Banking, Depositary and Custody services to Asset Managers, Family Offices, Institutional Investors and Corporates. 

Our company was founded in 1973 in Luxembourg. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Hamburg-based private bank M.M.Warburg & CO (AG & CO) KGaA, we made it possible for institutional investors to directly access the Luxembourg financial market. This makes us one of the most experienced depositaries for traditional and alternative investment structures in the Grand Duchy. In 2017 the bank was acquired by the Apex Group and renamed to the European Depositary Bank (EDB) in 2019.

We currently hold fund and securitisation structures with a total value of $260 billion. This is mainly allocated to alternative investments, including real estate, private equity, private debt and renewable energies & infrastructure (as of March 31, 2024).

For the avoidance of doubt we do not deal with retail clients. We neither offer any securities (bonds, shares, notes etc.) nor do we act on behalf of any other financial institution to offer such securities to any clients.

Apex is currently looking for a Senior Finance Controller-Regulatory Reporting (m/f/d) within the European Depositary Bank in Luxembourg to support our growing operations in the Finance department. This is a permanent role based in Luxembourg and comes with a favorable salary and benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

Regulatory & Financial Reporting

• Prepare and manage regulatory reporting obligations, including COREP, FINREP, LAREX, LCR, NSFR, and other CSSF/BCL regulatory and statistical reports.
• Perform reconciliations, analytical reviews, and data quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and completeness.
• Analyse financial and regulatory data and provide meaningful explanations for significant variances and movements.
• Collaborate with Accounting, Risk, Treasury, Credit, and other stakeholders to resolve reporting and data quality matters.
• Monitor and interpret regulatory requirements including CRR/CRD, EBA, CSSF, and BCL frameworks, supporting the implementation of regulatory changes.
• Support internal and external audits as well as regulatory requests.
• Maintain and continuously improve reporting procedures, controls, and documentation.

Financial Planning & Analysis

• Support the preparation and monitoring of budgets and financial forecasts.
• Analyse actual versus budget and forecast performance, identifying key trends and business drivers.
• Contribute to management reporting and financial performance analysis.
• Prepare financial analysis across revenues, costs, clients, and business activities.
• Produce management information, KPIs, and presentations for internal stakeholders.
• Support the ongoing enhancement of financial planning and reporting capabilities.

Finance Transformation & Process Improvement

• Participate in finance transformation initiatives, including the enhancement of accounting, banking, and regulatory reporting systems.
• Contribute to testing, validation, reconciliation, and implementation activities.
• Identify opportunities to simplify, automate, and improve existing reporting processes.
• Help strengthen data quality, reporting efficiency, and internal controls.
• Develop reports, analyses, and tools that support decision-making across the business.

Collaboration & Knowledge Sharing

• Build strong relationships with colleagues across Finance, Risk, Treasury, Credit, and IT.
• Develop a broad understanding of the Bank's products, activities, and regulatory landscape.
• Manage assigned deliverables and reporting responsibilities effectively.
• Share knowledge and best practices within the Finance team and support colleagues when required.
• Assist with ad hoc analyses and requests from management and regulators.

About You

We understand that talented professionals may not meet every criterion listed below. If your experience aligns with many of these areas and you are excited by the opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

Education

• Master's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, or a related discipline.

Experience

• Experience within banking, financial services, audit, accounting, controlling, or regulatory reporting.
• Practical experience in regulatory and/or financial reporting within a banking environment.
• Exposure to FP&A, budgeting, forecasting, management reporting, or financial analysis would be advantageous.
• Ability to manage responsibilities independently while working effectively within a team environment.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of financial statements and accounting principles, including IFRS and/or Lux GAAP.
• Practical knowledge of regulatory reporting frameworks including COREP, FINREP, CRR/CRD, EBA, CSSF, and BCL requirements.
• Understanding of budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial performance reporting.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to investigate data, identify trends, and understand underlying business drivers.
• Ability to translate regulatory requirements into practical reporting solutions.
• Experience with regulatory reporting tools, accounting systems, ERP platforms, or banking systems would be beneficial.
• Interest in developing expertise across regulation, finance transformation, data analytics, and automation.

Systems & Software

• Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and financial analysis.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
• Experience with systems such as Abacus360 or similar regulatory reporting solutions would be an advantage.
• Interest in automation, reporting technology, and data analysis tools.

What Will Help You Succeed

We are looking for someone who is:

• Analytical and comfortable working with financial and regulatory data.
• Detail-oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Accountable and reliable in delivering work to deadlines.
• Fluency in English, French is an advantage.
• Curious and motivated to continue learning and developing professionally.
• Collaborative and able to build strong relationships across teams.
• Adaptable in a changing regulatory and business environment.
• A clear and confident communicator who can explain complex information effectively.
• Proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement and efficiency.

Please note that a background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process once a job offer has been made. 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.

As a vital team member and in return for your expertise, inclusive approach and commitment, we'll provide a favourable salary and the chance to join a passionate and welcoming team. Benefits As a truly global business, we tailor benefits to each location to safeguard our people and respect local cultures and ways of working. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in talent development. Join our global network, and you will benefit from education support, sponsorship and in-house training programs. 

Disclaimer: Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.