Fund Accountant, Fund Administration - Melbourne (Victoria)

About Us Automic Group brings together modern purpose-built technology with a dynamic and experienced team to tailor solutions for companies and funds to understand, engage and manage their investors. We provide a cloud-native single registry, employee share plan and board management platform, and professional services including company secretarial, ESG, accounting and finance, and investor and media relations. Today, over 1,400 ASX listed and unlisted clients trust Automic's 250 employees to manage their registry, investor and board requirements – and Automic is ranked number one on the ASX by number of companies serviced, with 750 listed clients. In the past two financial years, Automic has won 50%of IPOs and 70% of listed companies who have switched registries. Our culture is innately entrepreneurial, comprising people who thrive in an atmosphere where ideas, actions and initiative are encouraged. Our core values, Customer Success, Ambition, Equality and Team are at the foundation of who we are and how we operate. We are growing, and with that growth we have an exciting Fund Accountant opportunity, based in our Melbourne office. About the Role As a Fund Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing timely and accurate financial reports for various funds, reconciling investment transactions, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and assisting with annual audits and tax returns. With a focus on process improvement and collaboration, you will work alongside a talented team to streamline fund accounting procedures and deliver exceptional service to clients. Join our CFO advisory team as a Fund Accountant and take your career to the next level! Responsibilities Prepare timely and accurate financial reports for a range of funds, including NAV calculations, fund NAV packs, and performance reporting Reconcile investment transactions and ensure accurate recording of fund activity within the fund accounting system Post journals and process accounting transactions to support accurate financial reporting Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and accounting standards within a fund accounting environment Support annual financial statement audits and liaise with external auditors throughout the process Assist with fund distribution calculations, annual income tax calculations, and coordinate with external tax accountants for lodgements Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) in an ATO lodgement-ready format for review and final submission by senior team members Manage accounts payable preparation, including drafting payment instructions and preparing reports for approval Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and streamline fund accounting processes Collaborate closely with the broader team to ensure work is delivered accurately, efficiently, and within required timeframes Skills Experience Currently pursuing or recently completed CPA or CA qualification 0–2+ years' experience in fund accounting, with exposure to FIS systems (IAM and PCS/Investran) or similar fund accounting platforms highly regarded Knowledge or exposure to the end-to-end NAV preparation cycle, BAS preparation, and financial statement preparation Understanding of ASX reporting requirements and exposure to ASX-listed and unlisted funds Experience building client relationships and delivering high-quality service outcomes Proficiency in fund accounting systems and advanced Microsoft Excel skills Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly to a range of stakeholders Why Join Automic? You'll be joining a team where operational excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement are genuinely valued. This is an opportunity to deepen your technical expertise, contribute to meaningful outcomes, and grow your career within a high-performing, technology-driven environment. Key Benefits Hybrid working High-growth, scale-up organisation Qualified career growth and development opportunities Supportive, collaborative, and quick-paced environment If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and be part of the exciting growth journey at Automic. Please note, applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3rftrx