Assistant Accountant Hunter Campbell Limited location Auckland.

As New Zealand’s leading private equity investor, Direct Capital has built an impressive track record, having made 80 investments during the last 30 years.  With a strong investment portfolio, it has raised over $1.8b of Institutional capital. Direct Capital is seeking an Assistant Accountant to join the close-knit team of high-performing investment professionals.

About the opportunity this is a newly created role within their small and high-achieving finance team. This is a rare opportunity to gain experience in Private Equity and to report directly to the Head of Finance. Your role will involve active participation in all aspects of fund accounting. You will be fully supported by the Head of Finance and the wider team to learn and ensure you are set up for success.

Key responsibilities will include assist in preparing quarterly fund and ad hoc investor reports, fund reconciliations, drawdown and distribution notices, and support investor communications and liaison. Manage Xero reconciliations, invoicing, and process bank payments.

Assist in the maintenance and updating of the firm's CRM and investor reporting software. Support the AML/CFT program and other regulatory compliance efforts, ensuring all tax compliance is maintained. Assist in the annual audit process. Provide support to the finance and investment team on various special projects.

About you, we are searching for a motivated and driven Assistant Accountant who wants to grow their accounting career in a high-performing and friendly finance team.

We are looking for someone who enjoys variety in their role, thrives on getting the small things right, with an ability to effectively handle a busy workload and be willing to get stuck in and support the wider team. You will have a degree in accounting or a related field and will ideally have experience working in the Financial Services industry.

What’s in it for you an opportunity to join New Zealand’s leading Private Equity investor in an exciting and fast-growing investment sector. This is a newly created role with the opportunity to learn directly from the Head of Finance and Chief Financial Officer. A fun, friendly, flexible, and open working environment with breakfast and snacks provided.