Trust Accountant

Michael Page

Melbourne VIC (Hybrid)

Funds Management (Banking and Financial Services)

Full time

90k to 130k p.a., super

Trust Accounting

Financial Reporting

GST

Join a boutique investment manager and take ownership of trust accounting, financial reporting and investor distributions across a diverse portfolio of investment vehicles.

Client Details

Our client is a boutique investment manager with a strong track record across alternative and private market investments, managing capital on behalf of high-net-worth and institutional investors.

Working closely with the Head of Finance and Operations team, this role will be responsible for managing the financial and trust accounting requirements across a portfolio of investment vehicles. You will gain broad exposure to fund structures, investor reporting, compliance obligations, and portfolio accounting within a collaborative and high-performing environment.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an accountant with experience in trust, fund, investment, or financial services accounting who is looking to deepen their exposure to the investment management sector.

Description

Preparation of monthly, quarterly and annual trust and fund accounts.

Calculation and processing of trust distributions and investor allocations.

Preparation of management accounts and financial reporting packs.

Reconciliation of investment portfolios, cash holdings and custody positions.

Assist with valuation processes and unit pricing calculations where applicable.

Preparation of BAS, GST, FBT and other statutory compliance obligations.

Support the preparation of annual financial statements and audit requirements.

Monitor trust structures to ensure compliance with governing documents and regulatory requirements.

Assist with investor reporting and distribution statements.

Liaise with custodians, external administrators, auditors, tax advisers and other service providers.

Support fund operations, transaction settlements and cash management activities.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives and the enhancement of finance systems and controls.

Profile

A successful Trust Accountant should have:

CA or CPA qualified

3-5+ years' accounting experience within funds management, investment management, financial services, trustee services, family office or public practice.

Strong understanding of trust accounting principles and financial reporting standards.

Experience preparing financial statements and working with external auditors.

Advanced Excel skills and strong attention to detail.

Strong analytical and problem-solving capability.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage competing priorities and meet reporting deadlines.

Job Offer

Competitive salary ranging from 90,000 to 130,000 AUD, plus super.

Permanent position in the Funds Management Space.

Located in South Melbourne offering convenient access to work.

If this role aligns with your skills and experience, we encourage you to apply.

NOTE: Never make payment to any employer, person, company, contractor or agency to get hired for a Job.

For a confidential discussion about this role contact Sebastian Freeland on 61386166242 or email at sebastianfreeland@michaelpage.com.au