Senior Accountant, Corporate Accounting

IQEQ is a preeminent service provider to the alternative asset industry. IQEQ works with managers in multiple capacities ranging from hedge fund, private equity fund, and mutual fund launches; private equity fund administration; advisory firm set-up, regulatory registration and infrastructure design; ongoing regulatory compliance (SEC, CFTC, and 40 Act); financial controls and operational support services; compliance and operational related projects and reviews; and outsourced CFO/controller and administration services to private equity fund investments – portfolio companies, real estate assets and energy assets. Our client base is growing, and our existing clients are engaging the firm across the spectrum of our services offerings.

Job Summary

Lead complex accounting functions and ensure integrity of financial information with minimal guidance. Review prepared financial reports and provide technical guidance to team members. Serve as a key point of contact for complex client matters and cross-functional coordination.

Core Responsibilities

• Handle complex accounting tasks and technical reviews
• Review team deliverables for quality and accuracy
• Champion compliance with procedures and requirements
• Develop subject matter expertise for designated clients
• Provide technical guidance to junior team members
• Identify and implement process improvements
• Work independently with minimal guidance

Tasks

• Coordinate complex client deadlines
• Review periodic bookkeeping and reconciliations
• Review working schedules and working papers
• Handle audit queries and liaise with auditors for complex clients
• Review computation of tax/VAT
• Review financial statements and ensure full compliance with accounting standards
• Track review points and ensure resolution
• Provide support to team and other teams as required
• Address and resolve complex technical accounting queries independently
• Monitor regulatory reporting timeline and ensure compliance
• Address review comments from clusters promptly
• Complete and sign off required checklists
• Decide on escalated recommendations and escalate to SMEs/Manager when necessary
• Mentor and guide junior team members in professional development
• Lead projects to improve client service or operational efficiency
• Provide expert advice on complex financial planning scenarios
• Perform other related duties as assigned for role and business needs

Skills

Primary Skills: Corporate Accounting, Book keeping, financial statements, Tax, GL reconciliation, MANCO accounts; AP, AR, RTR; intercompany accounting, intercompany ledger, intercompany recons, management company accounting,

Must have Knowledge on US GAAP; must have worked on accounting tools (preferably Netsuite, Sage, Quickbook)

Qualifications:

MBA and Qualified/semi qualified CA/C