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.

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

• 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

• 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