Senior Fund Accountant | Sydney | Permanent
A well-established financial services business in Sydney is looking to add an experienced Senior Fund Accountant to their team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to take real ownership over a portfolio of funds, mentor junior team members, and build a long-term career with a business that genuinely invests in its people.
About the role
You'll take day-to-day responsibility for the accurate and timely delivery of fund accounting services across an allocated portfolio, acting as a technical point of reference for junior team members and a trusted point of contact for clients and other stakeholders.
This is a hands-on role with genuine scope to grow into a team leadership position over time.
Key responsibilities
Fund accounting and reporting
Prepare and review NAV calculations, unit pricing and fund accounting records
Manage the preparation and review of client and investor reporting packs
Oversee month-end, quarter-end and year-end reporting processes
Assist with the preparation of annual and half-year financial statements
Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors as required
Reconciliations and controls
Oversee cash, investment and unit register reconciliations for allocated funds
Investigate and resolve discrepancies, escalating where appropriate
Ensure internal policies,



procedures and checklists are consistently followed
Client and stakeholder management
Act as a key point of contact for client queries relating to your portfolio
Build strong working relationships with registrars, custodians and internal teams
Communicate proactively to avoid surprises and keep stakeholders informed
Team support and development
Review the work of junior fund accountants and provide constructive feedback
Support the onboarding and training of new team members
Share technical knowledge and act as a mentor within the team
Fund onboarding and technical knowledge
Assist with the onboarding of new funds, including reviewing key fund documents
Maintain a strong understanding of fund structures and reporting timetables
Stay across relevant regulatory and tax compliance requirements
What we're looking for
Tertiary qualified in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline
CA/CPA qualified, or well progressed towards qualification
5+ years' experience in fund accounting or financial services
Solid technical knowledge of NAV calculations, unit pricing and fund reporting
A keen eye for detail and solid understanding of risk and compliance concepts
Confidence reviewing the work of others and providing clear, constructive feedback
Strong verbal and written communication skills
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📌 Senior Fund Accountant (New South Wales)
🏢 Foundry Talent Partners
📍 New South Wales