Senior Fund Accountant Role

Our team at Unity Fund Services is expanding and we are searching for a Senior Fund Accountant to join the team who wants to redefine fund administration.

We are building our team with proactive, analytical thinkers who approach problem solving with a positive attitude. We are searching for Senior Fund Accountants who have the ability to build strong rapport with their peers and also are able to be trusted advisers to our clients.

The role will see you assume responsibility for a portfolio of funds which may include:

• Equity funds

• Hedge funds

• Credit funds

• Private equity funds

• Fund of funds

Additional to fundamental Senior Fund Accountant tasks, day to day responsibilities include:

• NAV calculation and unit pricing;

• Preparation and/or review of management & statutory accounts;

• Distribution calculations;

• Management and performance fee calculations;

• Preparation, review and lodgement of BAS returns;

• Liaison with brokers, fund managers and custodians;

• System and process documentation;

• Assistance with managing audit process with external auditors and service providers; and

• Interaction with clients.

Further requirements to apply

• 3-5 years of fund accounting experience (alternatives, hedge, private equity or property fund administration experience helpful but not essential);

• Ability to deliver accurate and timely work in accordance with deadlines;

• Understanding of accounting principles;

• Excellent written and communication skills;

• Relevant qualifications in accounting and/or finance (CPA/CA qualified or willingness to study towards);

• Strong discipline in record keeping;

• A team player and able to work independently; and

• Understanding and respect of confidentiality.

Desirable

• Advanced Excel and competent Word and PowerPoint skills.

• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Word skills essential.

• Experience in managing client service relationships is an advantage.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - clarity and attention to detail is key.

• Good commercial awareness.

Who We Are

Unity Fund Services is redefining fund administration. We work with the latest technology platforms and systems and have an unswerving professionalism and commitment to excellence in everything we do. Unity Fund Services is delivering a competitive advantage to investment managers and confidence to investors.

Rapidly becoming a service provider of choice in the Australian, we have serviced more than 300 funds across over 80 investment managers covering property funds, hedge funds, fixed income, currency, long-only equity, fund of hedge funds, listed investment companies (LICs), private equity and commodity funds.

We provide an exceptional level of independent accounting, fund administration, taxation and registry services to a diverse range of clients, from start-ups through to established industry heavyweights. By providing a comprehensive suite of services, our skilled accounting and investment professionals enable managers to focus on their core capabilities: investment selection and the sourcing of capital.

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What's on Offer?

• Attractive remuneration package: compensation will be commensurate with qualifications, skills and the experience related to the role.

• Implement change and be a part of the fabric of the growing business.

• On-the-job training and development; and a commitment to your ongoing learning and education.

• Excellent CBD location at L16 Governor Macquarie Tower, 1 Farrer Place, Sydney NSW 2000.