Financial / Fund Accountant - 6m - CBD

2 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Robert Half Full time

Financial/Fund Accountant | 6-Month Contract / not open to 1st movers

Sydney CBD

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Fund/Financial Accountant to join a high-performing finance team within a large, listed, and fast-growing organisation. This role sits within a key business division supporting a diversified investment portfolio, offering exposure to complex structures and technical accounting in a dynamic environment.

About the Role

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity, ensuring accuracy across reporting, compliance, and control. This position offers a broad mix of financial reporting, technical accounting, and stakeholder engagement, working closely with both finance and operational teams.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage end-to-end financial reporting, including month-end and year-end close processes.
  • Deliver accurate reconciliations and ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal controls.
  • Prepare management reports, commentary, and support statutory and audit requirements.
  • Partner with internal teams to support transactions, process improvements, and ongoing system enhancements.
  • Contribute to finance transformation and operational efficiency initiatives.

About You

You're a hands-on finance professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys problem-solving, and takes pride in producing high-quality work. You're proactive, collaborative, and have strong attention to detail.

To be successful, you'll bring:

  • CA or CPA qualification with 3+ years post-qualified experience.
  • Strong technical accounting knowledge (AASB / IFRS
    ).
  • Experience in financial control, fund accounting, or corporate accounting environments.
  • Advanced Excel and solid systems skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Reference Number:

This is an on-site position.

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