Fund Accountant

4 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Ambition Group Full time

Fund Accountant

Position Purpose
This role is responsible for preparing monthly management reports, variance analyses, balance sheet reconciliations, BAS, unit statements, and tax distribution calculations for a portfolio of unlisted property funds within the Office business.

Key Responsibilities
Monthly & Ongoing Responsibilities:

  • Prepare monthly management accounts, including analytical commentary, and present results to stakeholders.
  • Account for development properties, joint ventures, borrowings, derivatives, distributions, and subsidiary consolidations.
  • Calculate monthly unit prices per the Unit Pricing Policy.
  • Prepare and lodge BAS/GST returns.
  • Calculate distribution taxes and liaise with external tax advisers.
  • Monitor short-term cash positions and cash flows.
  • Compile quarterly investor reports and monthly reports.
  • Issue trust invoices, process payments, and ensure accurate coding.
  • Support new fund setups, coordinating with transaction and property accounting teams.
  • Maintain financial data integrity in Yardi.
  • Collaborate with property managers, property accountants, and the transactions team on acquisitions or disposals.

Annual Responsibilities:

  • Prepare consolidated financial statements, including cash flow statements and supporting workpapers, and liaise with external auditors.
  • Calculate and file annual income tax returns, including CGT calculations, with external tax advisers.
  • Review debt compliance certificates.

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Support asset managers, fund analysts, investor relations, and investors with ad hoc requests.
  • Lead or assist in team projects and process improvements.
  • Apply technical accounting and taxation knowledge to complex scenarios.
  • Assist team members during peak workloads and contribute to broader business initiatives.
  • Engage in professional development, including training and mentorship.

Key Outcomes:

  • Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting, including year-end statements, fund reporting packs, GST, distributions, and unit pricing.

Challenges:

  • Meeting strict monthly deadlines while managing multiple stakeholders.
  • Navigating a fast-paced and dynamic work environment with continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Relationships

Internal: Office Financial Controller, Head of Office Finance, Fund Managers & Analysts, Asset Management, Property Management, Treasury, Taxation, Transactions, Accounts Payable/Receivable, Company Secretariat, and Shared Services.
External: Auditors, Joint Venture Partners, ATO, Tax Agents, Consultants, External Property Managers, Accountants, and Custodians.

What We're Looking For

Behavioural Competencies:

  • Passion for property, with energy and ambition.
  • Strong team player, committed to achieving team goals.
  • Excellent time management and planning skills.
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
  • Ownership of deliverables, including projects and process improvements.
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
  • Adaptability to new systems and reporting requirements.

Technical Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, accounting, or finance.
  • CA (or equivalent) qualification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in financial reporting.
  • Proficiency in Excel; strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Property industry experience is an advantage.
  • Familiarity with Yardi general ledger system and knowledge of stapled groups/complex consolidations is a plus.
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