Job Description

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.

As a Senior Accounting professional, you'll lead complex accounting activities and ensure the accuracy, integrity, and compliance of financial information across client portfolios. You'll be responsible for reviewing financial reports, resolving technical accounting matters, and supporting high-quality client service delivery. The role requires strong expertise in corporate accounting, financial reporting, tax, and reconciliations, along with the ability to mentor team members and drive process improvements. You'll collaborate with clients, auditors, and cross-functional teams to meet regulatory and business requirements. Success in this position requires strong technical accounting knowledge, leadership skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What You'll Do

• You'll Lead Complex Accounting & Financial Reporting Activities by reviewing bookkeeping, reconciliations, financial statements, tax/VAT computations, and management company accounts while ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• You'll Review and Enhance Team Deliverables by performing technical reviews, providing guidance to team members, tracking review points, and ensuring the highest quality standards are met.
• You'll Manage Client, Audit & Regulatory Requirements by coordinating deadlines, addressing audit queries, liaising with auditors, and ensuring timely compliance with accounting and regulatory reporting obligations.
• You'll Provide Technical Expertise & Stakeholder Support by resolving complex accounting issues, advising on financial planning scenarios, and serving as a key point of contact for clients and internal teams.
• You'll Drive Process Improvements & Team Development by mentoring junior team members, identifying operational efficiencies, leading improvement initiatives, and promoting best practices across the function.

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.

Qualifications

• You hold an MBA and are a Qualified or Semi-Qualified CA/CMA with strong accounting and financial reporting expertise.
• You possess extensive experience in corporate accounting, bookkeeping, financial statement preparation, tax compliance, general ledger reconciliations, and management company accounting.
• You have strong knowledge of US GAAP and hands-on experience applying accounting standards to complex financial reporting requirements.
• You are proficient in accounting systems such as NetSuite, Sage, QuickBooks, and other finance-related tools and applications.
• You demonstrate strong analytical, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and provide technical guidance to teams.

Additional Information

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.