Date Posted: 02 Aug 2024
General Accountant
Job Description
We are seeking an accountant ideally with investment fund experience. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing and overseeing the financial reporting and administration of a number of small Australian companies and a small number of wholesale investment funds. Typically they may be responsible for 10-15 small entities at any time, none of which have a large volume of transactions, but each of which have slightly different accounting requirements.
Key Responsibilities:
Fund Administration:
- Maintain accurate and complete accounting records for multiple investment funds in Xero
- Prepare and review monthly Net Asset Value (NAV) calculations.
- Reconcile investment transactions, cash balances, and investment positions with external parties and software systems
- Ensure all financial data is recorded accurately and in compliance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.
- Familiarity with trust structures
- familiarity with Managed Investment Schemes (MIS)
Financial Reporting:
- Prepare financial statements, investor reports, and other ASIC regulatory filings.
- Assist with the preparation and review of annual audits and liaise with external auditors.
- Generate and performance reports and financial summaries for investors.
Compliance and Risk Management:
- Ensure compliance with all relevant ASIC and ATO regulatory requirements and industry standards.
- Implement and maintain internal controls to safeguard fund assets and ensure the integrity of financial information.
Investments:
- Assist with the onboarding of new investors and the processing of subscriptions and redemptions.
- Reconciliation of bank accountseneral accounting tasks and financial records.
Required Skills:
- Accounting
- Documentation
- Financial analysis
- minimum 3-5 years experience in accounting
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
Must Have Skills:
- Experience with accounting
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience with Xero accounting software
Nice to Have Skills:
- Familiarity with accounting software
- Knowledge of financial regulations
- Familiarity with ASIC and ATO systems is preferable but not essential
- CPA or equivalent certification is preferred but not essential
Benefits:
- We are a remote-first company.
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