Immediate start, 3 to 6 month contract
Hands-on modelling and investor reporting across a growing funds platform
The prospect
Our client is a well-established Australian investment manager focused on real estate private credit, with a solid track record and a growing investor base. They need a Portfolio Analyst to join their Investment Team in Melbourne, reporting to a Fund Manager.
The role is a 3 to 6 month contract starting immediately. You'll work closely with the Investment, Risk, Finance, Capital and Operations teams, so you'll see across the business from day one.
What you’ll be doing
Financial modelling and analysis
Building, maintaining and improving portfolio financial models and performance measurement tools
Updating historical results and forecasts using inputs from Finance and the Investment Team
Delivering returns, liquidity, credit facility and distribution forecasts to internal and external stakeholders
Internal and investor reporting
Preparing weekly internal dashboards, monthly investor reports and contributions to quarterly reporting
Producing Fund Performance Meeting materials, board reporting and fund statistics
Supporting capital raising,
investor questionnaires and business development with analysis and information
Portfolio evaluation and administration
Ongoing analysis of fund profitability, performance, leverage and portfolio composition
Preparing investment allocation analysis and recommendation papers
Instructing the external fund administrator on capital calls and distribution payments
What you’ll bring
At least 2 years' experience in accounting, funds management, banking or a performance analyst role
Portfolio analysis experience in real estate or real asset private credit
A degree in accounting, finance, economics or another numerical discipline
Excellent Excel and financial modelling skills
The ability to explain complex numbers clearly and confidently to a range of stakeholders
A proactive, accountable approach, and the confidence to challenge constructively
CFA, CA or CPA (completed or in progress) is highly regarded
Why apply?
You’ll be in a role with plenty of visibility at a respected investment manager, and you’ll build real depth in private credit fund analysis while working alongside an experienced team.
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