Fund Accountant

• Leading private markets investment firm
• Entry level fund accounting position
• Work closely with CFO

Our client is one of Australia’s leading private markets investment firms and has experienced significant growth in recent years. This opportunity sits within their expanding private equity offering, providing exposure to global private equity through premium fund vehicles across both open-ended and closed-ended structures. The role is well-suited to an ambitious accounting graduate or early-career professional seeking to develop deep technical and commercial skills within a dynamic finance team.

Position Overview
This is a full-time, permanent role based in the Sydney CBD. Working closely with senior finance professionals, the Fund Accountant will gain hands-on experience across fund accounting, reporting, cashflow management, tax, and investor support. The role offers strong career development, mentorship, and exposure to private markets investing.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare monthly and quarterly fund reporting, including unit pricing and NAV reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date fund accounting records in coordination with external fund administrators and registry providers.
• Support the preparation of investor reports and fund commentary for internal and external stakeholders.
• Assist with fund cashflow management, including capital calls, distributions, investor subscriptions, and redemptions.
• Support tax-related obligations, including preparation of tax workings, liaison with external tax advisors, and preparation of investor tax reporting.
• Assist with the annual audit process by preparing documentation and coordinating with external auditors.
• Collaborate with internal teams (investment, investor relations, legal/compliance) to ensure fund operations align with investment activity and regulatory obligations.
• Respond to investor queries and information requests.
• Contribute to process improvement and system enhancement initiatives within the finance function.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package, including private health insurance.
• Support towards completing your CPA/CA qualification (paid course fees for satisfactorily completed subjects plus study/exam leave).
• Close mentorship from highly experienced finance professionals.
• Exposure to private equity fund accounting across multiple structures, accelerating long-term career development.
• A challenging, fast-paced environment with a strong emphasis on personal and professional growth.

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• A minimum distinction average at university, with a major in Accounting.
• Prior accounting experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and comfortable working in a high-performance culture.
• Dedicated, proactive, and able to demonstrate a “can-do” attitude.
• Strong communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively.
• Intermediate MS Office skills.

If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact:
Callum McWhinnie – [email protected]
Reference number: 1669612
Profession:Accounting

Company: Kaizen Recruitment
Date posted: 13th Jan, 2026