Fund Accountant

About Us
Australian Ethical is one of Australia's fastest-growing super fund and ethical investment managers.
We are ASX-listed with almost $14 billion in funds under management and offer a selection of award-winning managed funds and superannuation products.
Our purpose is to invest for a better world, and we have been pioneers in this space for almost 40 years.
For us, investing has two aims – generating solid financial returns and a positive impact for people, planet, and animals.
At Australian Ethical, we prove that money can be a force for good.
We do this by staying true to our purpose, which is embedded throughout our organisation and drives our everyday activities as a business, investor, brand, employer, and corporate citizen.
We're a registered B Corp and fully committed to an inclusive, equitable and forward-thinking workplace culture.
Your New Role
As an integral part of our Fund Accounting team you'll support the delivery of daily, weekly and monthly tasks predominantly for our managed investment scheme product portfolio.
You'll thrive in a fast-paced, high performing team environment, applying your astute accounting skills and strong analytical mindset to deliver on time, accurate information, with the opportunity to streamline processes and make enhancements where you can
Key responsibilities include:
· Preparation of oversight models for the review of daily unit prices
· Monitoring of liquidity positions and preparation of daily cashflow and investment trade instructions
· Preparation and review of periodic regulatory reporting, quarterly BAS return lodgements and annual income tax returns
· Calculation of Investment (incl. performance) fees and rebates
· Review and analysis of Custodian fee invoices
· Review of fund distribution calculations and unit registry statements across a variety of asset classes and investment strategies
· Preparation and review of interim and annual financial statements in accordance with established accounting standards
· Pro-active contribution to, and support of, the planning and implementation of strategic initiatives and process improvements
About You
You're ambitious and determined, looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity.
You'll be self-motivated, dedicated, have a high level of integrity and work ethic and want to be part of a talented team making a genuine impact everyday.
If you have all, or most of the following, we'd love to hear from you:
·1-2 years experience in a Fund Accounting, Fund Operations or Middle Office Operations role
· Intermediate Excel Skills with the ability to manage spreadsheets and use formulas
· Relevant Tertiary Qualifications in Accounting or Finance (or working towards)
· Alignment with our values of Authenticity, Action, Connection, Curiosity and Empathy
What's in it for you
· A competitive salary
· Hybrid work arrangements
· Wellbeing program that includes an extra 5 days of leave above statutory requirement
· Purpose aligned volunteer days
· 20 days paid annual leave with an additional 3 paid days of annual leave over the Christmas period
Want to know more about what it's like to work at Australian Ethical?
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At Australian Ethical we embrace diversity in our people and thinking.
We are committed to being an equal opportunities employer and never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital or disability status.
Join the Team
If this role interests you and you'd love to join the Australian Ethical team, apply here.
We look forward to hearing from you
Please note
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Applications or approaches via recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position.
Background checks will be conducted for the successful candidate, as per our regulatory requirements as a financial services organisation
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