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 5,800+ people across 25 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$750 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.
Job DescriptionThe Junior Associate – Client Accounting is an entry-level role. The role holder will help in the entire Accounting process and all related activities (except the review) and will be proficient at all aspects of accounting.
All work delivered need to be accurate, well-presented and meet quality standards.
Tasks
- Assist in performing daily bookkeeping tasks on accounting software
- Assist Senior Associate in preparation of accounting activities (Periodic Accounts, Preparation of accounting files, Prepare data for Tax computations).
- Assist in carrying out Transfer instructions.
- Assist in attending simple client queries.
- Assist in uploading tax return on MNS.
- Download and complete surveys on ODCS platform.
- Compile information and update regulatory Survey forms.
- Download and complete excel forms from ODCS.
- Upload forms and financial statements on ODCS.
- Prepare simple tax computations.
- Perform casting, cross-casting and spelling checks on financial statements
- Perform other accounting related routine tasks.
- Update planning information on system.
- Flag client issues to Associate Manager / Manager before they become a complaint.
- Ensure protections of information assets of IQ-EQ MU and to abide by the ISMS in place at IQ-EQ MU.
Key competencies for position and level
- Customer focus
- Communicates effectively
- Plans and aligns
- Interpersonal savvy
- Action orientated
Key behaviours we expect to see
In addition to demonstrating our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following:
- Accuracy
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration
- Organisation
- Proactivity
- Relationship building
- Taking ownership
Deliverables (KPIs)
- On-time delivery
- Quality of work (errors or rework or complaints)
- % Personal chargeability
Education / professional qualifications
- Degree holder or partly qualified ACA or ACCA
Background experience
- No prior Experience required
Technical
- Experienced in basic accounting
- Knowledge of accounting standards (IFRS and relevant GAAPS) would be preferred
- Computer / program knowledge
- Competent at the basic level of MS Office Word and Excel
- Languages
- Fluent in English
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 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 25 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 leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.
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What We Do
We are IQ-EQ, a leading investor services group employing 4300+ people across 24 jurisdictions worldwide. We bring together that rare combination of global technical expertise and a deep understanding of our clients' needs.
We have the know how and the know you to deliver for our clients - fund managers, multinational companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.
