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. 

THIS ROLE 

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.

WHAT YOU WILL DO 

• You’ll lead the preparation of complex financial statements, NAV calculations, and other reports, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• You’ll ensure the timely and accurate delivery of all outputs in line with established standards and client requirements.
• You’ll apply accounting standards and policies effectively with minimal supervision, ensuring compliance and consistency.
• You’ll contribute to process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, quality, and control.
• You’ll build strong knowledge of client-specific requirements and industry practices to support exceptional service delivery.

WHAT WE OFFER 

• Comprehensive remuneration: Motivating financial packages based upon market rates for your role and is proportionate to your qualifications, level of experiences and skills profile
• Wellbeing: Additional social benefits such as HMO coverage on your Day 1 with 2 dependents covered and group life and accident insurance
• Annual leave: All our employees are entitled to 26 days paid leave (subject to change due to the job level of the position)
• Hybrid working arrangement: We recognise the value of working flexibly and is keen to ensure all employees enjoy an excellent work-life blend. As such, we are open to conversations with employees related to setting up flexible working arrangements
• Support and development: We will ensure you have the right training, tools and development plan to grow and improve your skills every day

ABOUT YOU 

• You are a graduate in Accounting, Finance, or Business Administration with a CPA (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of experience in fund accounting, financial reporting, or similar roles focused on complex portfolios.
• You have strong expertise in preparing complex financial statements and applying accounting standards and policies with minimal supervision.
• You are proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with exceptional attention to detail to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of deliverables.
• You possess strong organizational, multitasking, communication, and documentation skills, enabling you to effectively manage varying levels of complexity and clearly articulate processes and operational risks.
• You are a proactive, results-driven, and collaborative professional, capable of working independently, sharing knowledge, and supporting training and team development initiatives.

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.