Financial Controller - Step Into Private Markets

Piper Fitzgerald; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Canberra is seeking a Financial Controller to lead financial accounting and reporting, support fund accounting, and mentor a Fund Accountant. Ideal candidates have at least 6 years of experience in accounting, preferably with financial services. This dynamic role offers a salary of $120,000 – $140,000 plus super and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Exposure to private markets

Leadership opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience in accounting, preferably in financial services.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements and compliance.
• Proactive mindset suitable for a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead financial accounting and reporting cycles.
• Prepare financial statements and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with tax and regulatory requirements.
• Support fund accounting tasks including capital calls and distributions.
• Drive process improvements and financial system enhancements.

Skills

Leadership

Financial reporting

Compliance knowledge

Mentoring

Education

Degree qualification in Accounting

CA/CPA qualified

Job description

Financial Controller – Step Into Private Markets

Location: Canberra, ACT

Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 + Super

Why This Role?

Tired of crunching numbers in a role where your work feels transactional? This is your chance to step into the private markets investment industry— a space where finance meets strategy, and your numbers shape real outcomes.

Private equity and private credit are driving the future of business growth, backing companies that drive innovation, create jobs, and drive transformation. As a Financial Controller, you won’t just be reporting history—you’ll be helping write it.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to the CFO, you’ll lead and mentor a Fund Accountant while owning the financial backbone of a high-performing boutique investment firm. You’ll gain exposure to funds, investors, and executives while sharpening your technical and leadership skills in a sector that’s only getting stronger.

What You’ll Do

• Lead financial accounting, month-end and year-end reporting cycles.
• Prepare financial statements, budgets, and management reports.
• Ensure compliance with tax, regulatory, and statutory requirements.
• Partner with auditors, regulators, and external advisors.
• Support fund accounting: capital calls, distributions, and investor reporting.
• Drive process improvements, systems enhancements, and automation.

What You’ll Bring

• Degree qualification in Accounting.
• CA/CPA qualified.
• 6+ years’ experience in accounting—financial services exposure is highly regarded, but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of financial statements, reporting, and compliance.
• Ability to mentor and support a direct report.
• A proactive mindset and comfort operating in a boutique, fast-paced environment.

What’s In It For You

• Salary: $120,000 – $140,000 + super.
• Leadership:Help to manage and develop a Fund Accountant.
• Exposure: Get inside the world of private markets, one of the fastest-growing and most dynamic areas in financial services.
• Growth: Work side-by-side with an experienced CFO.
• Impact: Be part of a small, collaborative team where your contribution is visible and valued.

What now?

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or email me at *****@piperfitzgerald.com.