Financial Accountant (UKICD/EMEA Exposure)

ACCA Careers; Pasig; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ-EQ is seeking a Financial Accountant to ensure timely monthly financial reporting, balance sheet and bank reconciliations, and supporting year-end audits. The role emphasizes continuous improvement, collaboration with stakeholders, and a proactive, hands-on approach within a dynamic global finance team.

The ideal candidate will have strong Excel skills, experience in a global finance environment, and the ability to deliver accurate financial information under tight deadlines while supporting

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of accounting experience.
• Experience in a global finance environment; UK exposure is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls and audit processes.
• Advanced Excel skills with deadline management.
• Strong communication and analytical skills; able to present to senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain accurate monthly management reports and financial information.
• Lead the year-end audit process and prepare annual financial statements.
• Complete regulatory, VAT, corporate tax, and other statutory returns.
• Support finance integration activities for new acquisitions and business growth initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Accounting experience

Global finance

Financial controls

Advanced Excel

Communication skills

Job 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 of6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceedingUS$857 billion. We work with 13 of the world’s top-15 private equity firms.

Company Description

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 of6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceedingUS$857 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

THIS ROLE

As a Financial Accountant, you will be responsible for ensuring the timely completion of monthly and other financial reporting requirements, including month-end journals, balance sheet reconciliations, bank reconciliations, and supporting the year-end audit as the primary point of contact. The role also involves contributing to various reporting, project, and ad hoc finance activities. We are seeking a proactive, hands-on professional with a positive, can-do attitude who can help drive continuous improvement within the finance function and adapt to a dynamic environment with diverse responsibilities.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and maintain accurate monthly management reports and financial information.
• Lead the year-end audit process and prepare annual financial statements.
• Complete regulatory, VAT, corporate tax, and other statutory returns.
• Support finance integration activities for new acquisitions and business growth initiatives.
• Drive process improvements, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders

About You

• At least 3 years of accounting experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Experience working in a global finance environment, with exposure to UK companies considered an advantage.
• Strong knowledge of financial controls, best practices, and external audit processes.
• Advanced Excel skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines, prioritize tasks, and deliver high-quality results.
• Strong communication and analytical skills, with the ability to present findings to senior stakeholders and work effectively both independently and within a team.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining 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 our6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries- to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support women 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 relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our clients’ sustainability and success lead to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.