Assistant Manager, Accountant

Company Description

IQ-EQ is a leading Investor Services group which combines global expertise with an unwavering focus on client service delivery. We support fund managers, global companies, family offices and private clients operating worldwide.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The primary technical expert responsible for ensuring excellence in complex fund accounting services through expertise and final review authority. This role serves as the ultimate subject matter expert for the team on complex accounting matters, leading technical decisions and process innovations while providing authoritative guidance on sophisticated client portfolios and advanced accounting modules.

Core Responsibilities

• Review fund accounting reports and other deliverables using prescribed guidelines and guidance
• Maintain accurate and timely processing of fund accounting transactions
• Support for the review of fund accounting operations following established procedures
• Liaise with internal stakeholders, addressing queries and issues·
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards, statutory requirements and internal policies·
• Establish and maintain technical best practices·
• Maintain strong knowledge of client-specific requirements·
• Drive technical excellence and innovation in the processes·
• Lead development of technical standards and methodologies within the team
• Responsible for reviewing and maintaining the data accuracy shown in the client reports and/or dashboard
• Responsible for reviewing and maintaining the data accuracy shown in the client reports and/or dashboard
• Conduct regular performance reviews and liaise with the manager for the career development discussions of the direct reports
  
  

Tasks

• Final Review and sign-off fund accounting activities and calculations
• Document exceptions and prepare error reports together with review findings, proposing corrective actions and preventive measures·
• Coordinate with team under AOS or clients on deadlines and deliverables, planning and assigning workload within the team·
• Represent the team in cluster/client meetings and internal discussions
• Address complex client issues and transactions, making decisions on proper treatments and escalating when necessary·
• Review and approve standard operating procedures before deploying to team members for usage
• Monitor and ensure the resolution of all review comments and queries within agreed timeframes
• Assists in client onboarding activities and any change request related to the above tasks
• Monitors client deliverables as stipulated in the SLAs, as pre-agreed with each client
• Stay updated on new methodologies, standards, and regulations, ensuring their application within the team
• Review and approve staff scheduling and time management and track work progress through timesheet completion
• Participate in required training programs
• Cross-functional collaboration within the international organization and with other departments on service delivery
• Lead the team in supporting the product development team in any new or updates to fund accounting calculations or dashboards within Cosmos Ensuring relevant documentation (research papers, formulas etc) is in place
• Minimize risk to IQ-EQ by ensuring all procedures, checklists and audit requirements are followed and complied by all team members
• Providing timely and constructive feedback to your direct report
• Perform other related duties as assigned for role and business needs
  
  

Qualifications

Educational Background:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field; CPA or equivalent certification preferred
  
  

Professional Experience

• Minimum 6 years of relevant experience, 4 years of which are in performance and analytics, fund accounting, financial reporting, or audit, with a focus on complex portfolios and advanced accounting modules
• Proven track record of serving as a subject matter expert in technical accounting and driving process innovation
  
  

Skills And Key Behaviours

In addition to upholding our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder will be expected to demonstrate the following:

• Comprehensive knowledge of accounting standards, statutory requirements, and regulatory frameworks
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills with a particular focus on Excel skills
• Skilled in reviewing and analyzing complex transactions and operational procedures
• With good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with a focus on quality assurance
• Ability to maintain accuracy and compliance with established accounting standards and procedures
• Effective review and validation skills, ensuring high-quality deliverables
• Professional demeanor with excellent communication and feedback-sharing skills
• Capable of providing technical guidance and constructive feedback to preparers
• Detail-oriented and organized, ensuring thorough validation of complex processes
• Strong collaborative mindset, able to support team initiatives and contribute to best practices development
• Proactive in identifying and resolving issues, ensuring compliance and process efficiency
• With “Can do” attitude, ability to cope with tight deadlines, work under pressure and lead by example
  
  

Additional Information

• At IQ-EQ we want you to reach your full potential. We offer an inclusive and diverse environment to support your career aspirations. With a strong emphasis on continuous learning and a holistic approach to your professional and personal development. We also offer opportunities across our service lines and our international network of offices.