Officer 3, Tax Services
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 6,500+ people across 24 jurisdictions and have assets under administration (AUA) exceeding US$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 Summary:
We are seeking an experienced tax professional to join our team as an Officer 3 - US Taxation specializing in U.S. partnership taxation for private equity structures. The ideal candidate will have good technical expertise in partnership tax compliance and advisory, with a basic understanding of private equity funds, management companies, and general partners
Responsibilities / Key competencies for the position
- Prepare and review U.S. federal and state partnership tax returns (Form 1065), related schedules (K-1, K-2/K- 3) and corporation returns (Form 1120)
- Prepare tax workpapers based on client-provided financial data.
- Ensure accurate and timely filing of tax returns for private equity funds, management companies, and GPs.
- Manage quarterly and annual tax estimates and extensions
- Support tax planning strategies to optimize after-tax returns for investors and partners.
- Stay updated on U.S. tax regulations, IRS guidance, and legislative changes impacting private equity.
- Implement best practices for documentation and internal controls.
- Demonstrate ownership of his/her own development, highlighting when and where additional support and development is required.
Required Experience /Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance
- Minimum 4 years of experience in U.S. partnership taxation with a focus on private equity.
- knowledge of Subchapter K, partnership allocations, and related regulations.
- Knowledge in tax compliance software (e.g., GoSystem) and advanced Excel skills.
- Good analytical and communication
- Research, analysis and problem resolution skills.
- Ability to communicate professionally through effective verbal and written skills.
- Ability to manage time efficiently and effectively.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- The ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure.
- Proactive self-starter who is detail and goal oriented.
- Flexible to work in US Shifts
Key behaviours Expected:
In addition to demonstrating our Group Values (Authentic, Bold, and Collaborative), the role holder is expected to demonstrate the following:
- Accountability
- Work ethics
- Attention to detail
- Proactivity
- Positivity
- Integrity
- Accuracy
- Discipline
- Reliable and trustworthy
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU AND THE ENVIRONMENT
As a forward-looking business, sustainability is integral to our strategy and operations. Our sustainability depends on us building and maintaining meaningful, 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 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 our 6,500+ employees - from 94 nationalities, across 24 countries - to each achieve their potential. Through IQ-EQ Launchpad we support female 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 long-term relationships with our clients and supporting them in achieving their objectives. We understand that our client’s sustainability and success leads to our sustainability and success. We’re emotionally invested in our clients right from the beginning.