Financial Accountant, Group Finance - FTC 15 months

IQ-EQ; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as part of the Finance Audit and Control team, where you'll play a critical role in managing financial controls and preparing consolidated financial statements. This contract position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment, supporting exciting projects while ensuring compliance with IFRS standards. The organization values sustainability and fosters a diverse workplace, making it an ideal place for professional growth. If you're ready to make a significant impact and develop your career in finance, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid work approach

Learning and development programmes

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• Recently qualified ACA or ACCA with strong IFRS knowledge.
• Experience managing external audits and working with auditors.

Responsibilities

• Control of Inter-Company accounts and reconciliations monthly.
• Preparation of Group’s Consolidated Financial Statements under IFRS.

Skills

IFRS expertise

External audit management

Organizational skills

Microsoft Word proficiency

Microsoft Excel proficiency

Education

ACA qualification

ACCA qualification

Tools

Sun accounting system

Job 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

We have an opportunity to join the IQ EQ Group Finance Audit and Control team in the Isle of Man on a contract basis, to cover a period of maternity leave. The team is responsible for setting financial control policy for subsidiary entities around the world, technical IFRS specialism, associated accounting papers, coordination of the Group external audit process, and preparation of the Group’s consolidated IFRS financial statements.

Responsibilities

1. Monthly control of Inter-Company accounts and reconciliations
2. Monthly preparation of the Group’s consolidation journals
3. Preparation of other financial and management reporting information as required
4. Support the preparation and drafting of the Group’s Consolidated Financial Statements and supporting notes (prepared under IFRS)
5. Preparation of balance sheets and balance sheet reconciliations for Intermediate Holding Companies managed by the team
6. Support preparation of accounting papers, valuations, and journals for mergers and acquisitions
7. Assist in delivering certain Group Finance projects

Qualifications

Requirements

• ACA or ACCA recently qualified
• Experience in managing external audits and working with auditors
• Strong working knowledge of IFRS is essential
• Knowledge of FRS 102 and Lux GAAP is preferable
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to meet tight deadlines
• Experience with Sun accounting system is an advantage

Additional Information

As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. We build and maintain meaningful, long-term relationships with stakeholders—including employees, clients, and local communities—while reducing our environmental impact.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse culture, supported by our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion steering committee.

Our learning and development programmes (PowerU, MyCampus) and hybrid work approach support employee growth and work-life balance. We empower our 5,800+ employees from 94 nationalities speaking 41 languages across 25 countries. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad, we support female managers launching their first fund, in an environment where only 15% of private equity and venture capital firms are gender balanced.

We aim to grow long-term relationships with our clients, supporting their success as a reflection of our own. We are emotionally invested in our clients from the outset.