Business AU Accountant

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented AU Business Accountant to support the financial operations of a private credit management company, associated investment entities, and a family office structure. This is a hands-on accounting position responsible for maintaining accurate and timely financial records across multiple companies, trusts, funds, and special purpose vehicles. The successful candidate will work across fund accounting, management accounting, reconciliations, investor administration, BAS/GST compliance, payroll, reporting, and family office accounting. The role requires a high level of accuracy, confidentiality, organisation, and discretion, particularly when handling sensitive investor information, investment activities, and the principals' personal and family financial affairs. The ideal candidate will have strong Australian accounting experience, advanced Xero skills, excellent Excel capabilities, and experience managing multiple related entities with minimal supervision. Key Responsibilities1. Private Credit Management Company & Investment Entities

Process day-to-day accounting transactions for the management company, investment funds, and associated SPVs using Xero. Record and reconcile loan drawdowns, repayments, interest accruals, management fees, and other fund-related transactions. Maintain accurate general ledgers and chart of accounts across multiple entities. Perform regular bank, loan, borrower, and investor account reconciliations. Process investor applications, distributions, and return-of-capital transactions in accordance with relevant fund documentation. Calculate and track interest income, management fees, expenses, and accruals. Maintain and update the investor register using Registry Direct. Prepare supporting

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s, reconciliations, and working papers for monthly management accounts. Process accounts payable and monitor fund and management company expenses against budgets. Maintain records of loan facility drawdowns, undrawn commitments, and cash-flow forecasting information. Prepare working papers and supporting documentation for annual audits and tax return preparation. Monitor financial covenants and reporting obligations to lenders and investors. Assist with fund and investment reporting as required.2. Family Office Accounting

Manage day-to-day accounting transactions for family office companies, trusts, and related entities using Xero. Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, investment accounts, and other financial accounts across multiple entities. Maintain accurate records of personal investments, property holdings, and other family assets. Assist in preparing regular financial reports for the principals and relevant stakeholders. Track and reconcile intercompany, related-party, and shareholder/director loans. Prepare appropriate intercompany and elimination entries where required. Assist with budgeting, cash-flow monitoring, and expense management. Coordinate with external accountants, tax advisors, and other professional advisers regarding tax returns and financial matters. Assist with financial administration, including insurance renewals, subscriptions, utilities, payments, and financial record-keeping. Maintain highly confidential records relating to the principals and their financial affairs.3. Month-End, Compliance & General Accounting

Maintain and reconcile general ledgers across all assigned entities. Complete month-end and year-end accounting processes, including: JournalsAccrualsPrepaymentsReconciliationsAdjusting entries

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sAssist with the preparation and timely lodgement of BAS/GST returns, payroll tax, and other statutory obligations. Process monthly payroll and maintain accurate employee leave records and entitlements. Maintain accurate financial documentation and records in accordance with internal policies, audit requirements, and Australian regulatory requirements. Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and ensure accounting issues are resolved promptly. Assist with financial reporting and analysis for management. Provide ad hoc accounting and financial administration support to the Finance and Operations Director. Identify opportunities to improve accounting processes, controls, reporting, and workflow efficiency. Required Qualifications & Experience

Essential

Minimum 5 years of accounting experience. Strong experience working with Australian businesses and accounting requirements. Extensive hands-on experience using Xero. Strong understanding of Australian GST, BAS, payroll, and statutory compliance requirements. Proven experience managing accounting functions across multiple entities. Experience working with companies, trusts, related entities, or special purpose vehicles. Strong experience in bank, balance sheet, intercompany, and general ledger reconciliations. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines with minimal supervision. Highly Desirable

Experience in one or more of the following environments: Funds management

Private credit

Financial services

Investment management

Family office

High-net-worth environments

Professional services

Accounting firms

• Experience with Registry Direct or another investor/unit registry platform will be highly regarded. Key Skills & Competencies
• Accounting & Technical Skills

Strong understanding of Australian accounting practices. Advanced Xero knowledge. Strong reconciliation and financial reporting skills. Excellent understanding of GST and BAS requirements. Experience with month-end and year-end close. Strong Excel skills, including working with financial

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s, reconciliations, and reporting templates. Ability to analyse financial information and identify discrepancies or unusual transactions. Understanding of intercompany and related-party transactions. Organisation & Time Management

Highly organised and systematic. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Ability to manage multiple entities and competing deadlines. Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive financial information. Able to maintain accurate documentation and financial records. Communication & Stakeholder Management

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Comfortable communicating with principals, management, investors, external accountants, tax advisers, and other professional stakeholders. Able to explain financial information clearly and professionally. Confident working independently while keeping relevant stakeholders appropriately informed. Personal Attributes

High level of integrity and professionalism. Discreet and trustworthy. Proactive and self-motivated. Strong sense of ownership and accountability. Detail-oriented with a low tolerance for unreconciled or unexplained transactions. Practical and solutions-focused. Able to work autonomously in a fast-paced, multi-entity environment. Systems & Tools

• The successful candidate should be comfortable working with: Xero – Essential
• Microsoft Excel – Advanced
• Microsoft Office 365Registry Direct – Highly desirable
• Online banking platforms
• Financial reporting and reconciliation templates
• Confidentiality, Privacy & Compliance

Due to the sensitive nature of the position, the successful candidate will have access to confidential information relating to investment funds, investors, businesses, and the principals' personal and family financial affairs. The successful candidate will be required to: Sign and comply with a confidentiality agreement. Maintain strict confidentiality during and after their engagement. Handle personal, financial, investor, and business information with the highest level of discretion. Comply with applicable privacy and information-security requirements. Follow the group's AML/CTF, financial control, and compliance procedures. Ensure financial records and documentation are securely maintained. What We Are Looking ForWe are looking for an experienced AU Business Accountant who can take ownership of day-to-day accounting activities across multiple entities and operate with a high level of independence. The ideal candidate will be someone who is technically strong, highly organised, commercially aware, detail-focused, and comfortable handling sensitive financial information. This opportunity would suit an experienced Australian accountant who enjoys working across a broad range of accounting responsibilities and is looking for a role with exposure to business accounting, investment/fund accounting, and family office financial administration.