Senior Fund Accountant (Real Estate)

About the role

IQ-EQ, a global investor services group supporting investment managers, asset owners and businesses with administration, compliance, governance, data and reporting, is seeking an experienced Senior Fund Accountant for its Real Estate & Infrastructure team in Sydney. The role covers day-to-day financial management and reporting of a portfolio of real estate and infrastructure funds, working with clients, auditors, tax advisers and internal teams.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate accounting records, NAV and fee calculations (management and performance fees) and investment transactions for real estate funds
• Manage capital calls, accruals, invoices and payments, and ensure investor reporting is accurate and on time
• Prepare and review financial statements, perform variance analysis (including rent and lease adjustments) and support year-end audits
• Review ATO filings (ITR, BAS, IAS, AIIR) and monitor fund activities to meet regulatory and tax obligations
• Meet clients and investors regularly and respond to queries on fund performance
• Help set up data-processing procedures, build activity-based worksheets per fund and support onboarding with compliance, trustee and other teams

Required profile

• 5-7 years of experience in fund accounting, investment operations or a related financial role
• Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related field, plus a professional qualification such as CA, CPA or ACCA
• Strong knowledge of Australian income tax, GST and tax requirements for non-resident investors
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and relationship-building skills
• Organised, deadline-driven and able to work independently and collaboratively

Required skills

• Fund administration systems such as Yardi
• Trusts, property acquisition and disposal accounting, and compliance obligations

What we offer

• Remuneration and pension packages based on market rates, qualifications and experience
• Social benefits including a CHESS club, EAP support and a fitness program
• 20 days paid annual leave plus statutory public holidays
• Flexible working arrangements available