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.

We are seeking an experienced Tax Manager with deep expertise in U.S. partnership taxation, particularly within private equity structures, including private equity funds, management companies, and general partners. This role is responsible for leading and developing a team of tax professionals, managing complex client and stakeholder relationships, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality tax compliance and advisory services. The successful candidate will drive operational excellence, oversee resource planning and quality control, support professional development, and provide guidance on complex tax matters while maintaining accountability for team performance, service delivery, and stakeholder satisfaction.

What you'll do

• You'll review U.S. federal and state partnership tax returns (Forms 1065, K-1, K-2/K-3) and corporate tax returns (Form 1120), ensuring accurate, timely filings and compliance for private equity funds, management companies, and general partners.
• You'll provide technical leadership on partnership taxation, including allocations, basis calculations, carried interest, tax planning strategies, quarterly and annual estimates, extensions, and evolving U.S. tax regulations and IRS guidance.
• You'll lead, coach, and develop a team of tax professionals by setting performance goals, conducting regular feedback and one-on-one meetings, identifying training needs, supporting onboarding, and driving professional growth.
• You'll oversee operational excellence through resource and capacity planning, quality assurance, process standardization, policy compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain high service standards.
• You'll manage stakeholder and client relationships, maintain knowledge of client agreements and service requirements, serve as the primary escalation point for complex issues, and collaborate with Assistant Managers to ensure successful service delivery and long-term partnerships.

What we offer

• Competitive Total Rewards Package: Comprehensive annual compensation including basic salary, HRA, special allowance, provident fund contributions, gratuity, internet allowance, and food allowance.
• Health & Insurance Coverage: Medical insurance, group term life insurance, and group personal accident insurance for financial security and peace of mind.
• Allowances & Support: Transportation or transportation allowance and shift allowance to support work flexibility and commuting needs.
• Paid Time Off: Generous paid leave to support work–life balance.

• You have a bachelor's degree in Accounting or a related field; CA, ACCA, ACA, or semi-qualified CA credentials are preferred, along with 10+ years of experience in U.S. partnership taxation, particularly within private equity structures.
• You possess strong technical expertise in Subchapter K, partnership allocations, basis calculations, and related U.S. tax regulations, as well as proficiency in tax compliance software (e.g., GoSystem) and advanced Excel skills.
• You have proven experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams, including performance management, professional development, capacity planning, resource allocation, and KPI-driven operational excellence.
• You demonstrate a strong track record of implementing quality assurance, process standardization, and continuous improvement initiatives while aligning team objectives with broader organizational goals.
• You excel at managing complex client and stakeholder relationships, resolving escalated issues, influencing across all organizational levels, and applying strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, with flexibility to work U.S. shift hours.

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.