For 30 years, ISPT has invested in property, developing and creating vibrant, meaningful places for people to work, shop and enjoy. We are committed to supporting Australians in retirement and creating sustainable communities. Our purpose is to develop and grow together to create a better future for all.  

At ISPT, we have over $21b in funds under management across 140 assets in office, retail, industrial, residential and emerging sectors education and health & life sciences. We aspire to be the best property solutions partner, delivering strong, sustainable returns for our investors. Our culture and people are our greatest assets, and we recently launched our refreshed strategy that focuses on building on our strengths while transforming for the future.

We now have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Manager, Fund Accounting to join our Finance team based in Melbourne.

About the opportunity

As a member of the Finance leadership team and direct report of the CFO, the key purpose of this role is to lead the Fund Accounting Function. Providing technical expertise and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

With responsibility for the design and operation of the accounting framework of the Funds, as well as the periodic valuation of the Funds (Accounting Book of Record) and published NAV, this role will give you the opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and expertise across a range of stakeholders internally and externally.

Other tasks will include:

·       Responsibility for managing all aspects of fund accounting operations including accurate, complete and compliant recording and reporting of financial transactions related to investment funds.

·       Leading and managing a team of fund accountants, overseeing their day-to-day activities, providing guidance and support and ensuring adequate staffing levels to meet operational needs. 

·       Ensuring timely and accurate preparation and distribution of financial reports including NAV (Net Asset Value) calculations and financial statements to investors, management, and regulators.

About you

With deep expertise gained from leading teams in a fund administration environment, you will have strong knowledge of investment markets, as well as in-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements related to fund accounting/reporting within a property management investment fund environment.

You will also enjoy and excel at building external client and service-related relationships as well as developing a network of strong internal relationships.

·       Formal qualifications in accounting eg. CPA, CA

·       Good understanding of relevant audit and controls frameworks.

We offer

We understand that work is only one part of your life, and because of this we have benefits to allow you to focus on what is important to you.  We support our colleagues to achieve work life balance through flexible working arrangements such as hybrid working and competitive financial and lifestyle benefits.  These include a generous incentive program, 12% superannuation, a company-wide salary continuance policy, up to 20 weeks of paid parental leave, plus a leave day every month! 

We cultivate a workplace that is welcoming and respectful along with embracing the diversity each team member brings.  We have a continued commitment to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are, so if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process to equitably participate, please let us know.