Fund Accountant

The Andersen Partnership; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

The Andersen Partnership in Sydney CBD is seeking a Fund Accountant to manage end-to-end accounting for multiple managed investment schemes, delivering NAVs, reconciliations, and regulatory reporting.

This role suits a detail-oriented finance professional with 2–4 years’ experience in fund accounting, CA/CPA qualification, strong Excel and familiarity with fund accounting systems. The team offers a collaborative, compliance-focused environment.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline.
• Fully qualified CA/CPA.
• 2–4 years’ experience in fund accounting or financial services.
• Exposure to property, private equity, or infrastructure funds a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly fund reporting, including NAV calculations.
• Reconcile investor transactions, distributions, and unit pricing.
• Maintain general ledgers for multiple fund structures.
• Assist with year-end financial statements and audit processes.
• Work closely with external administrators, custodians, and fund managers.
• Support compliance and regulatory reporting obligations (ASIC, AFSL).
• Participate in process improvement and system enhancement projects.

Skills

Excel skills

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Deadline-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Finance

CA/CPA qualified

Tools

Fund accounting systems

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Fund Accountant to join a growing investment management firm based in Sydney CBD. This organisation offers a dynamic and collaborative environment, with a strong track record in delivering innovative investment solutions across a diverse asset base including real estate, private equity, and infrastructure.

The Role

Reporting to the Fund Accounting Manager the Fund Accountant will be responsible for the end-to-end accounting of several managed investment schemes. This is a broad role suited to a detail-oriented finance professional with strong technical skills and a genuine interest in the investment space.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly fund reporting, including NAV calculations
• Reconcile investor transactions, distributions, and unit pricing
• Maintain general ledgers for multiple fund structures
• Assist with year-end financial statements and audit processes
• Work closely with external administrators, custodians, and fund managers
• Support compliance and regulatory reporting obligations (ASIC, AFSL)
• Participate in process improvement and system enhancement projects

What We’re Looking For

• Degree qualified in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline
• Fully qualified CA/CPA
• 2–4 years’ experience in fund accounting or financial services
• Exposure to property, private equity, or infrastructure funds a plus
• Strong Excel skills; experience with fund accounting systems advantageous
• Analytical mindset, high attention to detail, and ability to meet deadlines