Accountant 2, Fund Accounting

ABOUT IQ-EQ:

We’re a leading Investor Services group offering end-to-end services in administration, accounting, reporting, regulatory and compliance needs of the investment sector worldwide.  We employ a global workforce of 6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms. 

Our services are underpinned by a Group-wide commitment to ESG and best-in-class technology including a global data platform and innovative proprietary tools supported by in-house experts. 

Above all, what makes us different is our people. Operating as trusted partners to our clients, we deliver intelligent solutions through a combination of technical expertise and strong relationships based on deep client understanding. 

We’re driven by our Group purpose, to power people and possibilities. 

A senior preparer position responsible for delivering comprehensive fund accounting services for complex portfolios. This role handles a full spectrum of complexity levels (low, medium, and high) with minimal supervision, focusing on sophisticated accounting processes and detailed client deliverables. The position requires strong technical expertise and the ability to lead preparation of complex financial reports while maintaining high quality standards.

• You’ll prepare and manage daily, monthly, and ad‑hoc reconciliations (positions, trades, cash, market value, accruals, tri‑party) across multiple clients, prime brokers, and administrators, including NAV package preparation and portfolio accounting updates.
• You’ll resolve trade breaks, process corporate actions (dividends, splits, mergers and acquisitions), maintain fund accrual schedules, and deliver accurate monthly performance estimates for COO clients.
• You’ll support new client conversions within the middle office, provide client training on systems and processes, and respond to ad‑hoc client requests within agreed service timelines.
• You’ll apply strong accounting, analytical, research, and writing skills, supported by advanced Excel expertise and hands‑on experience with portfolio accounting systems (e.g., Enfusion, Geneva).
• You’ll demonstrate deep knowledge of global financial instruments and hedge fund or mutual fund operations, alongside excellent communication, attention to detail, multitasking ability, and a collaborative, dependable approach aligned with Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative).

• You hold a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration, with an advanced degree (e.g., MBA) considered an advantage.
• You have 4–6 years of end‑to‑end Financial Accounting (FA) experience.
• You bring a minimum of 4+ years’ experience within the financial services industry.
• You are considered Qualified with at least 4 years of end‑to‑end FA experience and 4+ years of financial industry experience.
• You may be considered Partly Qualified with 4+ years of FA experience and 4+ years of financial industry experience.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining long-term relationships with all our stakeholders – including our employees, clients, and local communities – while also reducing our impact on our natural environment.  

There is always more we can, and should do, to improve – whether in relation to our people, our clients, our planet, or our governance. Our ongoing success as a business depends on our sustainability and agility in a changing and challenging global landscape. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and diverse culture for our people, led by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee. 

Our learning and development programmes and systems (including PowerU and MyCampus) enable us to invest in growing our employees’ careers, while our hybrid working approach supports our employees in achieving balance and flexibility while remaining connected to their colleagues. We want to empower our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries - to each achieve their potential.  Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of all private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced. 

We’re committed to growing relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.