Client Accountant – Private Equity & Funds

IQ-EQ; Dublin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Pension

Private health

Dental cover

Life assurance

Gym discount

25 days leave

Flexible working

Job summary

IQ-EQ Ireland is seeking a detail-oriented professional to act as a day-to-day front office contact for designated private equity, real estate, credit, or debt fund clients. You will manage client deliverables, ensure timely reporting, and mentor team members while supporting ongoing client relationships and fund accounting accuracy.

The role requires ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification (or equivalent), 3+ years in a professional setting, and strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• ACCA/ACA/CIMA or equivalent professional qualification.
• 3+ years in a professional office environment, preferably financial services.
• Strong accounting expertise, including reviewing working papers and disclosures.
• Experience managing client relationships and delivering high service standards.
• Mentoring abilities and intermediate Excel skills for financial analysis.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in line with client reporting requirements and applicable standards (UK GAAP/IFRS).
• Oversee client deliverables, manage reporting timelines and communicate with CFOs/Financial Controllers.
• Mentor team members and act as SME for designated clients and funds.
• Oversee fund cash movements and investor notices, ensuring correct recording and reporting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce risk and strengthen controls across fund accounting activities.

Skills

Client relationship management

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Mentoring

Excel for analysis

Education

ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualified (or equivalent)

Tools

Excel

Job description

IQ-EQ Ireland is seeking a detail-oriented professional to act as a day-to-day front office contact for designated private equity, real estate, credit, or debt fund clients. You will manage client deliverables, ensure timely reporting, and mentor team members while supporting ongoing client relationships and fund accounting accuracy.

The role requires ACCA/ACA/CIMA qualification (or equivalent), 3+ years in a professional setting, and strong Excel skills.