Fund Accountant

About Us 
Automic Group brings together modern purpose-built technology with a dynamic and experienced team to tailor solutions for companies and funds to understand, engage and manage their investors. We provide a cloud-native single registry, employee share plan and board management platform, and professional services including company secretarial, ESG, accounting and finance, and investor and media relations. 

Today, over 1,400 ASX listed and unlisted clients trust Automic’s 250 employees to manage their registry, investor and board requirements – and Automic is ranked number one on the ASX by number of companies serviced, with 750 listed clients. In the past two financial years, Automic has won 50%of IPOs and 70% of listed companies who have switched registries. 

Our culture is innately entrepreneurial, comprising people who thrive in an atmosphere where ideas, actions and initiative are encouraged. Our core values, Customer Success, Ambition, Equality and Team are at the foundation of who we are and how we operate.

The Role
As a Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing timely and accurate financial reports for various funds, reconciling investment transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and assisting with annual audits and tax returns. With a focus on process improvement and collaboration, you will work alongside a talented team to streamline fund accounting procedures and deliver exceptional service to clients.

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Responsibilities

• Prepare timely and accurate monthly financial reports for various funds, including NAV calculations, investor statements, and performance reports
• Reconcile investment transactions and ensure accurate recording of fund activity
• Post journals and other accounting transactions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and accounting standards specific to fund accounting
• Assist with annual financial statement audits and liaise with external auditors
• Assist with lodgement of tax returns and liaise with external tax accountants
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline fund accounting procedures
• Work collaboratively with the team to ensure work is completed efficiently and accurately
   

Demonstrated Capabilities

• CPA/CA qualified (or equivalent), with a strong understanding of fund accounting principles
• 3+ years of experience in fund accounting, preferably with exposure to FIS systems (IAM and PCS/Investran)
• End-to-end experience across NAV preparation, financial statements preparation
• Knowledge of ASX reporting requirements and experience working with ASX listed and unlisted funds
• Experience in managing client relationships and providing high-quality service
• Proficiency in fund accounting software and advanced skills in Microsoft Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to stakeholders

Benefits

• A positive and collaborative work culture
• Employee recognition and rewards initiatives 
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development programs
• Career advancement opportunities within the organisation
• An impressive list of employee benefits including discounts on retail, bills, wellbeing, and entertainment

Diversity
Creating a workforce that actively embraces diversity, inclusion and a sense of belonging is key to our success. We believe in treating everyone fairly which means that inclusion, removing barriers, striving for equity and embracing diversity are woven through our values and behaviours. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, different abilities and communities and are committed to providing a work environment that enables you to thrive, whatever your circumstances. When you apply, please note the pronouns you use and any workplace adjustments you may need to enable you to put your best foot forward during the interview process.

Acknowledgement of Land
In the spirit of reconciliation, Automic Group acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea, and community. We pay our respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.

Working Rights
Only applicants with work rights in Australia can be considered for this position. Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a National Police Check and an ID check.

Automic Group’s policy does not accept speculative CVs from recruitment agencies. Should we require any assistance, a member of our Talent Acquisition team will contact agencies directly.