Job Description
Company Description
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About your new working environment
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Warakirri Asset Management Ltd (Warakirri) is a leading Australian funds manager and offers specialist investment vehicles and services to retail and wholesale investors with a focus on ethical investment, actively managed equities and agriculture. Warakirri also acts as investment manager for a number of agricultural entities that have operations across row-crop, dairies and cotton operations. We are a private company, 100% owned by our directors and employees, and we have a Board of Directors with majority independent director representation.
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About your current job
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This is an exceptional
entry level opportunity for an Investment Operations Associate
to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be a self starter with up to two years' work experience, looking to apply your studies in a practical environment across fund accounting, unit pricing, tax and performance. You will work alongside experienced professionals who will provide guidance and mentorship as you develop your skills, with a strong focus on maintaining effective controls and delivering exceptional service.
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We offer flexible working arrangements, with 2 days in the office (Melbourne CBD) and 3 days from home.
Job Description
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Your responsibilities as an Investment Operations Associate include, but aren't limited to:
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Review and approve daily unit prices, monitor investor cashflows and trade/FX settlement.
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Calculate fund performance for external communication.
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Review and approve monthly investor statements and verify data for investor reporting.
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Make recommendations to the Investment Committee on Term Deposit placements.
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Compile monthly fund size, asset allocation and holding data for external communication.
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Review and approve quarterly distribution calculations, and annual AMMA statements.
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Assist with queries and requests from investors, internal teams, external investment managers, our custodian, and external auditor/tax agent.
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Provide support to internal teams to gain exposure to other parts of the business and build industry knowledge.
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Qualifications
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About you
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You have a relevant tertiary qualification and a good understanding of accounting fundamentals, including double entry accounting and investment taxation. Studying towards CA/CPA is a bonus.
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You're curious, analytical and enjoy solving problems. You pay attention to the details, understand the importance of managing risk and can stay organised when working to regular deadlines.
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You're proactive and enjoy being part of a team. You're comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas and challenging the way things are done when you see an opportunity to improve.
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You're a confident communicator who can explain financial information clearly and enjoys working with people across the business.
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Additional Information
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What makes Warakirri unique?
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Part of a
growing Australian Investment Manager




that works across multiple business platforms.
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We have a workplace that values
inclusion
and where
everyone is welcome and respected
. This results in a caring and supportive team environment.
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Work-life balance
is important to us, and we have several options, including flexible and remote working arrangements.
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There are several
social events
throughout the year.
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We will invest in your future with ongoing
Learning and Development
opportunities.
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Our
Employee Assistance Program
includes free confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members for personal or work-related issues.
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We care about your
health and wellbeing
and have designed a wellbeing calendar with a purpose.
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You can apply by selecting "I'm interested" now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at (email protected) or .
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Recruitment Process
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Our recruitment process is designed to give you the opportunity to learn more about the role and meet the people you could be working with.
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Application review
We'll review your application and, if your experience aligns with the role, we'll give you a call to discuss your background and the opportunity.
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First interview
If there's a strong alignment, we'll arrange an in person interview with the Talent Lead and Hiring Manager.
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In person assessment
This involves an in person assessment relevant to the role.
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Second interview
The final stage is a second round interview, which may be held online or in person.
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Closing Date: Open until filled, so you are encouraged to apply now.

📌 Investment Operations Associate (Melbourne)
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📍 Melbourne