Senior Fund Accountant (5 months contractor) Sydney, Australia Jul. 14, 2026

Sydney, Australia

Hybrid

Job ID:

21437

Date posted:

July 14 2026

Category:

Funds Services

Job Level:

Senior Officer

Fund Administration Services

This is fund accounting and administration at its finest. Where we pair end-to-end expertise with a full spectrum of integrated solutions to exceed our clients’ needs. Here, we advance what’s possible. And give you every opportunity to advance yourself in this fast-moving data-led area.

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Senior Fund Accountant (5 months contractor)

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different - in what we do, in how we work and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take.

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com

JOB DESCRIPTION:

You will have the full responsibility of a client account and as thus will act as the main liaison and point of contact for all matters relating to the account;

You will be an important link between management and junior staff, responsible for and knowledgeable about the quality of the work that is carried out for the account;

You will review work produced for submission to senior level staff;

While employed as a Senior Officer you will have the opportunity to attend training to enhance your current skills and learn new ones as well.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE:

Taking part in the setup of alternative investment funds and liaising with independent tax specialists, lawyers, and notaries as a part of setting up funds;

Taking care of the day-to-day operations of the funds and following up with third parties, including investors and fund managers;

Handling the fund’s accounts and collaborating in the preparation of periodic reports and regulatory reports for the fund’s entities;

Preparing the funds’ periodic Net Asset Value calculation and year-end financial statements, coordinating the audits, and reviewing other fund related reports;

Coordinate Investor servicing, including investor onboarding, capital calls, distributions as well as issuance of shareholder statements;

Organising and participating in board meetings and shareholders' meetings;

Reviewing tax returns and tax balances and maintaining relevant contacts with the tax authorities.

YOUR PROFILE:

You hold a university degree, preferably in Accounting & Finance or Economics;

Fully qualified Accountant (e.g, ACCA/CPAA/CIMA/ACA)

You have 3 to 5 years of relevant experience in the fields of alternative investment fund administration, audit firms or domiciliation;

You are fluent in English;

You possess team spirit, the capacity to build strong client relationships, and take initiative to act without waiting for direction when appropriate.

WHAT WE OFFER

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning.

Our global benefits also include:

Support for professional accreditations such as ACCA and study leave

Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!

Continuous mentoring along your career progression

Active sports, events and social committees across our offices

24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program

The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan

Plus additional local benefits depending on your location

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