Manager, Fund Accounting

Company 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 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 Description

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The Manager, Fund Accounting is responsible for overseeing fund accounting, financial reporting, and overall operational delivery for complex fund and holding structures, including SPVs, Property Companies, and Holding Companies. The role serves as the primary decision‑maker and escalation point for accounting, operational, and stakeholder‑related matters, ensuring high‑quality, compliant, and timely deliverables. In addition to providing senior technical review of NAVs and financial statements, the Manager leads and develops teams, drives operational efficiency, manages risk and controls, and fosters a high‑performance culture through coaching, feedback, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Financial Accounting, Review & Operational Oversight: Oversee and review day‑to‑day accounting operations for complex structures, including bank transactions, invoicing, accruals and provisions, intercompany activity, interest calculations, amortization/depreciation schedules, and month‑end reconciliations, ensuring sound accounting judgment, accuracy, and operational effectiveness.
• NAV, Financial Statements & Management Reporting: Review and approve NAV calculations, financial statements, management accounts, cash flow statements, liquidity and FMV reports, applying professional judgment to complex accounting areas and ensuring compliance with applicable standards and reporting timelines.
• Operational Governance, Risk & Process Efficiency: Provide overall oversight of fund accounting operations by identifying operational risks, resolving issues, standardizing processes, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring strong controls, scalability, and efficient service delivery.
• Audit, Tax & External Stakeholder Leadership: Lead the year‑end audit and reporting process, including review of annual accounts and audit deliverables; oversee preparation of financial data for local tax filings (corporate income tax, GST); and act as the primary liaison with administrators, external auditors, tax advisors, and lending banks.
• People Leadership & Development: Lead, coach, and develop fund accounting teams by providing regular feedback, technical guidance, and performance management; support capability building, succession planning, and engagement initiatives to drive strong team performance and long‑term talent development.
  
  

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

ABOUT YOU:

• Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in fund or real estate accounting, including proven people‑management responsibility (leading, coaching, and developing teams); CA or equivalent professional qualification is a strong advantage.
• Systems & Technical Proficiency: Mandatory hands‑on experience with Yardi, supported by strong familiarity with financial and accounting reporting systems, advanced computer and spreadsheet skills, and solid experience with SOX and internal control environments.
• Leadership, Judgment & Decision‑Making: Demonstrated ability to lead and manage teams under pressure, adjust plans to meet changing business needs, summarize complex issues, develop well‑reasoned recommendations, and make sound, timely decisions at a managerial level.
• Execution, Governance & Technical Rigor: Strong capability to multitask and prioritize diverse deliverables while maintaining a high level of accuracy, detail orientation, integrity, and professionalism, coupled with the ability to research, interpret, and conclude on complex technical accounting matters.
• Professional, Communication & Industry Expertise: Fluent in written and spoken English (mandatory); proactive, initiative‑driven, and collaborative leader with experience in direct real estate investments, capable of engaging stakeholders effectively and fostering a high‑performance, accountable team culture.
  
  

Additional Information

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 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 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 lead to our sustainability and success. We're emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.