Accountant 3, 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.

Introduction:
You’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality fund accounting services to private equity and fund clients, ensuring accuracy and timeliness across all assigned deliverables. In this role, you’ll focus on preparing core accounting processes, including NAV, financial statements, journal entries, capital call and distribution workings, and investor reporting. You’ll support client onboarding and system migrations, while ensuring all reporting requirements are completed in line with established procedures and timelines. Working under supervision, you’ll build strong knowledge of client requirements, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and perform self-reviews to ensure quality outputs. You’ll also collaborate with team members, handle client and investor queries, and contribute to smooth workflow management. This role provides an opportunity to strengthen your technical expertise while supporting continuous improvement and operational excellence.

What you'll do

• You’ll deliver accurate and timely fund accounting services for private equity clients, including NAV, financial statements, journal entries, and investor reporting.
• You’ll prepare capital call and distribution workings, support onboarding, and assist with system migrations (e.g., Investran, Paxus).
• You’ll ensure all client deliverables meet quality standards, timelines, and compliance requirements, including SSAE guidelines and internal procedures.
• You’ll manage assigned workflows, perform self-reviews, address queries, and collaborate with stakeholders to resolve issues efficiently.
• You’ll build strong knowledge of client requirements, support team members, and contribute to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Total Rewards Package: Comprehensive annual compensation including basic salary, HRA, special allowance, provident fund contributions, gratuity, internet allowance, and food allowance.
• Health & Insurance Coverage: Medical insurance, group term life insurance, and group personal accident insurance for financial security and peace of mind.
• Allowances & Support: Transportation or transportation allowance and shift allowance to support work flexibility and commuting needs.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid leave to support work–life balance.

• You’ll bring a degree in Accounting or a related business field with 2+ years of relevant experience, applying this knowledge to fund accounting and financial reporting.
• You’ll use your understanding of Ind AS, IFRS, and GAAP (US, UK, Lux) to prepare financial statements in compliance with applicable regulations.
• You’ll leverage your experience in preparing working papers, financial statements with disclosures, and other financial data, particularly within private equity fund accounting.
• You’ll utilize intermediate Excel skills (e.g., pivot tables, lookups, IF functions) and accounting systems such as Investran or Paxus to support accurate reporting.
• You’ll demonstrate strong communication skills in English (additional language preferred) and effectively use Microsoft Office tools in a financial services or multinational environment.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining meaningful, 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 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 female 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 long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our client’s sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.