Client Services Senior Accountant

Job description

Tasks / Duties:

• Review and timely delivery of the following, in compliance with Internal and Regulatory policies and procedure:
  1. Accounts, NAV statements, financial statements and any other client deliverables;
  2. Investor and LP allocations, distributions and waterfalls
  3. Finalization of audit processes within deadlines;
  4. Financial statements are prepared, audited
  5. GST, CPF and Annual
• Account opening with institutions (Banks, Custodian, Brokers) to include liaising, following up and monitoring operations of the account.
• Review of unaudited financial accounts and statutory financial statements.
• Working on complex accounting issues independently
• Monitor trade orders, settlement, subscription documents and capital calls.
• Complete checks and assist Client Services Managers with capital calls, capital account statements and investor statements.
• Liaise and follow up with authorities such as Kanto Local Financial Bureau, Tokyo Metropolitan Government, National Tax Agency etc. and other regulatory authorities as appropriate.
• Ensure that all entities are compliant with all relevant laws, licensing conditions, regulations and guidelines.
• Assist with setting up, upgrading and maintaining appropriate systems, controls, procedures and processes, in adherence with the relevant legislation, regulations and guidelines.
• Collaboration with other teams and/or team members to ensure information is adequately and within timelines
• Client invoicing and prepare estimate billings periodically.
• Track collection of outstanding invoices and get involved in getting them on a timely manner.

Qualifications Requirement: 

• Strong Fund accounting skills especially for Private Equity, Venture Capital or Real Estate funds; 
• A graduate or a post graduate degree from a competent college/university Japanese CPA, US CPA, Japanese tax accountant and Grade 1 Book Keeping. 
• Proficient in fund structures with focus on Cayman Islands and Japan; 
• Working HF/PE/VC/RE knowledge; experience of working with Fund Managers in Japan; 
• At least 5 years of experience in Fund Administration with 2 years in senior/leadership role; Initiative, drive and enthusiasm with ability to work under pressure; 
• Superior client interaction and communication skills; 
• Advanced time management skills to plan for work and deliverable in advance; 
• Oral and written Japanese language skills equivalent to a graduate from a competent 
• Japanese university Fully Fluent in English 
• Experience of working in a multinational environment will be an added advantage. 
• Self-driven, meticulous and organized with excellent communication skills. 
• Ability to multi-task and work independently and under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

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.
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.
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