Financial Accountant

Job Advertisement: Financial Accountant

About the Company:

Our client is a leading capital fund management business, committed to excellence and integrity in managing our client's assets. A dynamic team is dedicated to delivering outstanding financial solutions and fostering a culture of high performance. They are seeking a meticulous and dedicated Financial Accountant to join the team and contribute to continued success.

Role Overview:

As a Financial Accountant, you will play a crucial role in managing the financial operations of the Group entities and investment funds. This position requires a strong understanding of accounting principles, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.

Key Responsibilities:

General Accounting (50%):

• Perform weekly bank reconciliations, prepare month-end schedules, including accruals, fixed asset register (FAR), and prepayments.
• Conduct inter-company reconciliations.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable for the group of companies.
• Handle general team administration and filing.
• Assist with Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and income tax.
• Support the audit process.
• Prepare dividend statements and share certificates.
• Complete all accounting functions accurately and on time.

Fund Accounting (20%):

• Oversee day-to-day bank reconciliations for investment funds and trading-related accounting activities.
• Manage and reconcile control accounts related to cash/clearing units and BDA accounts.
• Ensure all accounting functions are completed accurately and on time.
• Fulfil all reporting requirements correctly and lodge reports on time.

Maintain Fund Unit Registers (10%):

• Assist with unit transfers between funds and perform reconciliation calculations as required (including substitution and intra-fund assignments).
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of unit substitutions and assignments.

Financial Settlements Administration (10%):

• Assist with financial settlements of loans.
• Process partial and final discharges as required.
• Support the administration of loan refinancing.
• Ensure financial settlements are timely and well-managed.
• Process discharges and refinance accurately and timely.

Compliance & Training (10%):

• Undertake ongoing training and professional development to meet training requirements and keep qualifications/knowledge current.
• Adhere to all relevant company policies and procedures.
• Meet training and development requirements.
• Ensure no policy breaches are recorded.

Preferred Qualifications and Prerequisites:

• CPA/CA qualified or working towards it.
• At least 3 year's experience in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of accounting and tax principles.
• Mastery of accounting software (experience with Xero preferable).
• Passion for accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work autonomously.
• Strong Excel skills.

Why Join:

You will have the opportunity to grow professionally and make a significant impact on our financial operations. If you are a dedicated and detail-oriented professional looking to advance your career in fund accounting, we would love to hear from you.

How to Apply:

If you feel like this role matches your skill set and is appealing to you apply today or email **********@roberthalf.com.au.

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