IQ-EQ is a preeminent service provider to the alternative asset industry. IQ-EQ works with managers in multiple capacities ranging from hedge fund, private equity fund, and mutual fund launches; private equity fund administration; advisory firm set-up, regulatory registration and infrastructure design; ongoing regulatory compliance (SEC, CFTC, and 40 Act); financial controls and operational support services; compliance and operational related projects and reviews; and outsourced CFO/controller and administration services to private equity fund investments – portfolio companies, real estate assets and energy assets. Our client base is growing, and our existing clients are engaging the firm across the spectrum of our services offerings.
Job Description
Provide support for Trust Accounting department activities:
Asset set-up and maintenance.
Posting of cash activities.
Monthly fee processing.
Internal audit program procedures.
Other ad-hoc projects as they arise.
Month-end account reconciliation:
Perform monthly reconciliations of trust accounting system on assets held away and other alternative assets (equities, private businesses, loans, real estate etc.).
Review and execute trustee duties within complex Trust structures:
Research Trust transactions with a team of Trust Accounting Analysts.
Research and resolve intricate scenarios that arise within Trust structures.
Support Trust Officers with client relationship management (CRM) system.
Qualifications
Current Junior or Senior standing in college; Bachelor’s degree track in Business with emphasis in Accounting or Finance (prior to start date).
Interest in fiduciary accounting and the trust industry.
Strong computer / Excel skills and desire to master trust accounting system.
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Strong organizational skills to be able to handle multiple projects at once.
High attention to detail
Self-starter: ability to deal with ambiguity, solve problems, set priorities and track/resolve issues.
Additional Information
This would be year-round internship opportunity, with increased hours during the summer. This role is an hourly position ($24/hour) and requires the ability to work onsite at our Bedford, New Hampshire location.