Senior Fund Accountant | Private Equity | 150,000 + Bonus

5 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia ThompsonCook | We Only Do Accounting Full time $150,000 - $180,000 per year
  • Unique opportunity within a high-performing private equity firm
  • Diverse and high-impact role across both corporate and fund finance
  • $130,000 – $150,000 + Competitive Bonus | CBD based

The Opportunity

Our client is a highly regarded private equity firm with a proven track record of success. Known for its disciplined investment approach and active portfolio management, the firm operates with a dynamic, collaborative culture and a reputation for excellence.

Based in Sydney's CBD, this opportunity sits within a lean, high-calibre finance team and offers broad exposure across fund accounting, corporate reporting, tax compliance, investor relations, and transactions.

This is a key role that would suit a technically strong and commercially astute accountant, looking to deepen their experience in private equity or investment

management.

The Challenge

Reporting directly to the Fund Finance Manager, your responsibilities will include:

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts and board reports across multiple entities
  • Oversight of BAS, tax returns, and all ATO compliance matters
  • Review of NAVs, capital calls, distributions and fund expenses prepared by the external fund administrator
  • Support investor reporting, liaising with stakeholders and responding to queries
  • Coordinate year-end statutory accounts and audit processes
  • Liaise with external tax, legal, and audit advisors
  • Contribute to structuring advice and financial due diligence for new transactions
  • Champion process improvement across reporting, controls, and systems

The Expertise

You should consider applying if you have:

  • CA qualification and 5–8 years' experience in chartered (Big 4 or mid-tier), private equity, or funds management
  • Strong technical grounding in financial reporting, tax, and compliance
  • Understanding of fund structures and investor reporting
  • Commercial acumen, attention to detail, and a proactive approach
  • Excellent communication skills and comfort dealing with senior stakeholders

The Next Step

If this position will enhance your career and you would like further details on the client, the role, remuneration or a copy of the position description, please contact Lachlan Kiel for a confidential discussion on

Or alternatively please apply per the link below.

About ThompsonCook

ThompsonCook fosters strong relationships with top accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We recruit for key finance function roles, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Financial Accountants, Management Accountants, Finance Managers, Financial Controllers, and Chief Financial Officers, as well as positions in Treasury, Tax, and Audit. We support our clients with both permanent and contracting recruitment solutions.

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