Senior Associate - Private Equity Fund Accounting

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. Our global workforce of 6,500+ people spans 24 jurisdictions, managing assets under administration exceeding US$857 billion. We partner with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms, delivering intelligent solutions through technical expertise, deep client understanding, and best-in-class technology—including a global data platform and proprietary tools. Our commitment to ESG and a culture of trusted partnership power our purpose: to power people and possibilities.

About the role

You will work directly with leading private equity and hedge fund firms in the alternative asset industry, supported by an experienced team of industry veterans. Your role involves facilitating our service offering by assisting, performing, and reviewing key financial and operational tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support IQEQ client leads across multiple Private Equity funds in diverse industries.
• Collaborate with your manager, team, and support functions to meet client expectations and deliverables on time.
• Apply your understanding of limited partnership agreements to financial reporting, allocations, and compliance.
• Prepare and review key financial tasks, including journal entries, fee and interest calculations, investor notices, and waterfall models.
• Manage audits, year-end processes, assist with onboarding new team members, and suggest improvements for operational efficiency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance with at least a 3.0 GPA.
• Over 3 years of experience in Private Equity or a related industry.
• Strong accounting knowledge and advanced proficiency in QuickBooks, Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and preferably Investran.
• Exceptional client service skills with professional communication in all interactions.
• Ability to collaborate in team environments, provide and accept constructive feedback, and manage multiple priorities and deadlines with accuracy.
• Flexibility to work overtime when needed and consistently produce high-quality work under pressure.

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including 4 weeks of PTO that increases over time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• 401(k) plan with company match (subject to eligibility).
• Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and ancillary insurance plans.
• Paid parental leave.
• Hybrid work schedule.

Pay

$70,000–$95,000, dependent on experience and location.

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. We build long-term relationships with employees, clients, and communities while reducing our environmental impact. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is led by a dedicated steering committee, and our learning and development programs—including PowerU and MyCampus—support career growth. Through initiatives like IQ-EQ Launchpad, we empower underrepresented groups, such as women managers launching their first fund, in an industry where only 15% of firms are gender-balanced.