Investment Operations Associate

About your new working environment

Warakirri Asset Management Ltd (Warakirri) is a leading Australian funds manager and offers specialist investment vehicles and services to retail and wholesale investors with a focus on ethical investment, actively managed equities and agriculture. Warakirri also acts as investment manager for a number of agricultural entities that have operations across row-crop, dairies and cotton operations. We are a private company, 100% owned by our directors and employees, and we have a Board of Directors with majority independent director representation.

About your new job

This is an exceptional entry level opportunity for an Investment Operations Associate to join our Operations team. Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will be a self starter with up to two years’ work experience, looking to apply your studies in a practical environment across fund accounting, unit pricing, tax and performance. You will work alongside experienced professionals who will provide guidance and mentorship as you develop your skills, with a strong focus on maintaining effective controls and delivering exceptional service.

We offer flexible working arrangements, with 2 days in the office (Melbourne CBD) and 3 days from home.

Your responsibilities as an Investment Operations Associate include, but aren’t limited to:

• Review and approve daily unit prices, monitor investor cashflows and trade/FX settlement.
• Calculate fund performance for external communication.
• Review and approve monthly investor statements and verify data for investor reporting.
• Make recommendations to the Investment Committee on Term Deposit placements.
• Compile monthly fund size, asset allocation and holding data for external communication.
• Review and approve quarterly distribution calculations, and annual AMMA statements.
• Assist with queries and requests from investors, internal teams, external investment managers, our custodian, and external auditor/tax agent.
• Provide support to internal teams to gain exposure to other parts of the business and build industry knowledge.

About you

• You have a relevant tertiary qualification and a good understanding of accounting fundamentals, including double entry accounting and investment taxation. Studying towards CA/CPA is a bonus.
• You’re curious, analytical and enjoy solving problems. You pay attention to the details, understand the importance of managing risk and can stay organised when working to regular deadlines.
• You’re proactive and enjoy being part of a team. You’re comfortable asking questions, sharing ideas and challenging the way things are done when you see an opportunity to improve.
• You’re a confident communicator who can explain financial information clearly and enjoys working with people across the business.

What makes Warakirri unique?

• Part of a growing Australian Investment Manager that works across multiple business platforms.

• We have a workplace that values inclusion and where everyone is welcome and respected. This results in a caring and supportive team environment.
• Work-life balance is important to us, and we have several options, including flexible and remote working arrangements.
• There are several social events throughout the year.
• We will invest in your future with ongoing Learning and Development opportunities.
• Our Employee Assistance Program includes free confidential counselling sessions for employees and their immediate family members for personal or work-related issues.
• We care about your health and wellbeing and have designed a wellbeing calendar with a purpose.

You can apply by selecting “I'm interested” now, but if you have any additional questions, feel free to reach out to Niki Bosman at [email protected] or 0439 703 866.

Recruitment Process

Our recruitment process is designed to give you the opportunity to learn more about the role and meet the people you could be working with.

1. Application review We’ll review your application and, if your experience aligns with the role, we’ll give you a call to discuss your background and the opportunity.
2. First interview If there’s a strong alignment, we’ll arrange an in person interview with the Talent Lead and Hiring Manager.
3. In person assessment This involves an in person assessment relevant to the role.
4. Second interview The final stage is a second round interview, which may be held online or in person.

Closing Date: Open until filled, so you are encouraged to apply now.