We are seeking a highly analytical Senior Fund Accountant to join our Real Estate Australia Finance Team. This individual will be responsible for accounting and reporting for a range of Fund and Project entities.
The ideal candidate will have strong technical capability, a passion for learning, and excellent problem-solving skills. They will work collaboratively with other business units to deliver quality service to all partners.
Key responsibilities include delivering accurate and timely month-end management accounts and consolidated fund reporting, reviewing and analysing property accounting prepared by external property managers, and providing technical accounting and tax advisory for Real Estate transactions to the business.
Additionally, the successful candidate will prepare quarterly unit price reporting to investors, annual statutory reports, and assist the team with compliance, debt management, and investment administration across allocated Funds and Project entities.
They will also be involved in the development of and system administration for accounting systems and cost management systems, as well as preparing proper instructions for custodians as required.
This role requires a professional accounting qualification (CA or CPA) with at least 2+ years post-qualification experience, 5+ years accounting experience, and high attention to detail.
A team player with proficiency in MS Excel (Intermediate) and prior experience with consolidation is essential. Experience with large accounting systems (e.g. MRI) and funds management, financial services, or property industry exposure is highly desirable.
As a key member of the finance team, the Senior Fund Accountant will contribute to process improvement initiatives and ensure continual improvement to the team's procedures and adoption of best practice processes.