Senior Accountant

Dexus; Sydney, Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Wellbeing allowance

Extra leave days

Professional development

LGBTQ+ friendly culture

Sustainability focus

Parents@Work

Job summary

Dexus is seeking a Senior Accountant to join our Funds Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract in either Sydney or Melbourne. The role reports to the Financial Controller and focuses on delivering financial, management, investor and tax reporting for a portfolio of funds.

The successful candidate will have CA/CPA and relevant accounting qualifications, with experience in statutory reporting, fund accounting, and advanced Excel, contributing to robust financial controls and data-driven

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualification and accounting degree.
• Experience preparing statutory financial reports under Australian standards and IFRS.
• Exposure to fund accounting, management reporting and tax compliance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver financial and investor reporting across funds, ensuring statutory reporting and audit requirements.
• Manage complex fund structures, ensuring governance and compliance.
• Own month-end activities: journals, reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Collaborate with Funds, Investments and Finance stakeholders to provide financial insights.

Skills

CA/CPA qualification

Accounting degree

Statutory reporting (AAS/IFRS)

Fund accounting

Management/investor reporting

Advanced Excel

Analytical skills

Governance & compliance

Data privacy awareness

AI in finance awareness

Education

Degree in Accounting/Finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Dexus (ASX: DXS)

is a leading Australasian fully integrated real asset group, managing a high-quality Australasian real estate and infrastructure portfolio valued at $51.4 billion. With more than four decades of expertise in real asset investment, funds management, asset management and development, we have a proven track record in capital and risk management and delivering returns for investors.

The Opportunity

An opportunity exists for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our Funds Finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. We are accepting applications for either our Sydney or Melbourne location.

Reporting to the Financial Controller, you will play a key role in delivering financial, management, investor and tax reporting obligations across a portfolio of listed and unlisted funds.

This role is ideal for a finance professional who can quickly build relationships, navigate complex stakeholder environments and ensure seamless delivery of critical reporting processes while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will make an impact by:

• Delivering critical financial and investor reporting across a portfolio of funds, ensuring statutory reporting, audit requirements and compliance obligations are completed accurately and on time.
• Supporting complex and bespoke Funds, applying strong attention to detail and sound judgement to manage unique fund structures, reporting requirements and governance obligations.
• Owning month-end accounting activities, including journals, reconciliations, accruals and financial analysis, ensuring strong financial controls and high-quality reporting outcomes.
• Partnering with Funds, Investments and Finance stakeholders to provide financial insights, resolve queries and support informed decision-making through proactive communication and collaboration.

About You

You are a technically strong and commercially minded accounting professional who enjoys building relationships, solving problems and delivering high-quality outcomes. You are comfortable working in a dynamic environment, take pride in your attention to detail and are motivated by finding smarter ways of working. You will bring:

• CA or CPA qualification together with a degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience preparing statutory financial reports in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and IFRS.
• Exposure to fund accounting, management reporting, investor reporting and tax compliance activities.
• Advanced Excel skills and experience working with large and complex data sets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• The ability to quickly adapt to new systems, stakeholders and processes while managing competing priorities.
• A collaborative and proactive approach, with strong communication skills and a commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes.
• An interest in leveraging AI tools to improve finance processes, combined with sound professional judgement and a strong understanding of governance, compliance and data privacy requirements.

Why choose Dexus

The Dexus culture and spirit is what differentiates us. Together, we take pride in our values: rally to achieve together and build trust through action. As an employee of Dexus, you will benefit from:

• Flexible Working: Our hybrid work model lets you thrive both professionally and personally. Whether it’s working from home or collaborating in our state of the art and award-winning offices, we’ve got you covered.
• Wellbeing Matters: Enjoy a Wellbeing Allowance, extra annual leave days (our exclusive ‘Dexus’ days), and our holistic Safe and Well program. Your health and happiness is a priority.
• Continuous Growth: Enhance your career with professional development, memberships, and study assistance. We invest in your learning journey.
• Tribe: Our commitment to supporting LGBTQ+ staff earned us Silver Employer Status in the AWEI 2026. We foster an inclusive environment where each individual feels recognised and appreciated.
• Focus on Sustainability: Dexus is deeply committed to making a positive impact on the communities it serves. Align your personal values with your professional endeavours.
• Parents@Work: Supporting parents and carers through coaching and education. We understand the importance of work-life integration.

We are dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace that values diversity in every form. We are actively striving to close the gender pay gap and invite applications from individuals of all genders, backgrounds and abilities. If you believe you can thrive in this role but do not meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply.

Reach out to if you require any accommodations or additional support during our recruitment process; we’re here to help.

Join Dexus and ‘unlock potential, create tomorrow.