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 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 Summary Resolve technical accounting queries raised by the Client Services (CS) team and clients in a timely manner. Effectively communicate technical accounting information to CS teams Provide technical support to sales and implementation team for prospective and/or new clients Perform/oversee the reviews on the financial statements and other complex client deliverables (including quality reviews). To help shape and ensure product quality control of the CS output Whilst main focus is on IFRS and UK GAAP, there are opportunities to develop experience in other GAAPs e.g. US GAAP, Lux GAAP Assist CS and/or implementation team with reviews of operational aspects of constitutive fund documents (LPAs etc) Perform reviews of carried interest/waterfall models and complex fees calculations for fund clients, assist with implementation of automation project Monitor latest accounting/ legislative changes impacting our clients and draft technical updates for accounting / legislative changes accordingly for release internally to CS teams as well occasional updates to clients. Develop and deliver (semi-annually) Technical presentations to update CS teams on accounting and PE industry developments Oversee the collection of technical and operational knowledge, and the in-house library of technical journals, articles and documentation relating to accounting issues for fund accounting teams to access Identify control weaknesses from reviews, discussions with internal senior CS stakeholders, and recommend control procedures to reduce risk Identify ways to improve efficiency and effectiveness in the group’s system and processes Manage and mentor Technical Accountants based in India and work closely with Technical Team members in other locations and provide guidance / escalation support to junior team members Support the development of new services / new business proposals through expert knowledge of internal procedures and industry practice Opportunities to collaborate with senior management on operational and strategic projects Person Specification Strong attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communication skills Technical research skills / mind-set Excellent organisational, prioritisation and interpersonal skills A strong ‘Can Do’ attitude and ability to lead by example The ability to cope with multiple tasks and quality work under tight deadlines Strong ownership of tasks and sense of teamwork Qualifications University Degree in Accountancy/Business/Maths or otherwise demonstrable strong aptitude for numeracy ACA, ACCA (or equivalent) qualified (5+ years post qualification experience) Experience 3+ years’ financial services managerial experience within fund administration firm or managerial audit experience working preferably with a big 4 audit firm / Financial services industry Strong knowledge of Private Equity and/or Real Estate Funds is essential Strong IFRS Accounting Standards knowledge. Consolidation experience and knowledge of UK or US GAAP preferred but not mandatory Practical experience of reviewing Financial Statements including disclosures Conducting Training / knowledge share sessions experience will be preferable but not mandatory. 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 5,800+ employees - from 94 nationalities, speaking 41 languages across 25 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.