Accountant 2, Private Wealth Accounting at IQ-EQ

Port Louis, Port Louis, Mauritius -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

31 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

02 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Financial Reporting, Regulatory Requirements, Accounting Software, MS Office Applications, Analytical Skills, Organizational Skills, Time Management Skills, Communication Skills, Independent Work, Initiative, Accountability, Client-Focused Approach, Technical Expertise, Responsibility, Bookkeeping, Compliance Monitoring

Industry

Financial Services

Description

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 Job Summary: A junior position responsible for handling low to moderate complexity private wealth client portfolios with moderate supervision. This role independently executes basic accounting tasks while developing deeper understanding of trust and corporate structures in a fast-paced environment. Core Responsibilities: • Execute private wealth accounting operations • Prepare financial statements and disclosures • Maintain regulatory compliance standards • Support client portfolio administration • Build expertise in trust and corporate structures • Ensure quality control of own deliverables Tasks: • Perform daily bookkeeping activities • Prepare regulatory surveys • Compile tax and VAT documentation • Create working papers and schedules • Handle audit queries • Maintain client documentation • Monitor compliance requirements • Review own deliverables • Perform other related duties as assigned for role and business needs Qualifications Educational Background: • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related field or ACCA Level 1 or ACA Professional Experience: • Preferrably with at least 2 yrs of experience, with a minimum of 1 yr in fund accounting 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: • Solid understanding of financial reporting and regulatory requirements • Proficient in accounting software and MS Office applications • Analytical skills for handling low to moderate complexity portfolios • Strong organizational and time management skills • Effective communication skills, both written and verbal • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Demonstrates initiative and accountability for deliverables • Displays a client-focused approach to work • Eager to develop technical expertise and take on new responsibilities 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 (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 5,500+ 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 clients' sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.

Responsibilities

The role involves executing private wealth accounting operations and preparing financial statements while ensuring regulatory compliance. The accountant will also support client portfolio administration and build expertise in trust and corporate structures.