Senior Trust Accountant, Funds in Sydney

Senior Trust Accountant, Funds in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 63000 - 77000 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage financial reporting for funds, including statements and tax reporting.
  • Company: Join The GPT Group, a leader in real estate investment trusts.
  • Benefits: Enjoy flexible work, generous leave, and market-leading parental benefits.
  • Other info: Be part of an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in finance while growing your career in a supportive environment.
  • Qualifications: CA or CPA qualified with experience in treasury and financial services.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.

Overview

Senior Trust Accountant to join The GPT Group in the Group Finance (Funds) team.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, Funds, you will play a key role in managing the financial reporting of our Funds, including preparing financial statements, unit pricing, tax reporting and managing complex treasury accounting matters.

  • What you will be doing
  • Assisting with preparation of annual and half-yearly financial statements and disclosures
  • Reviewing quarterly taxable income statements and annual tax returns
  • Preparing quarterly distribution calculations
  • Drafting accounting treatment memos and liaising with external auditors
  • Producing periodic debt covenant compliance certificates
  • Managing hedge accounting relationships, including effectiveness testing
  • Overseeing internal controls around treasury, including debt drawdowns, rate sets and confirmations
  • Supporting special projects and ad hoc reporting
  • What makes you stand out

We are seeking a CA or CPA qualified professional with relevant experience in professional services, treasury, financial services or real estate funds management.

You should have a strong knowledge of IFRS, particularly related to treasury, and ideally experience in accounting for treasury instruments such as borrowings, derivatives and foreign exchange.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office is essential, while familiarity with SAP, HFM or treasury management systems such as GTreasury will be highly regarded.

Success in this role requires strong attention to detail, excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to manage a range of stakeholders with professionalism and confidence.

You will be highly motivated, organised and proactive, with the ability to balance technical precision with a collaborative, solutions-focused approach.

  • What makes us stand out
  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous leave options.
  • Experience market-leading parental leave benefits including 22 weeks paid leave for either carer and childcare allowance once you return to work.
  • Embrace diverse and challenging career opportunities, supported by our dedicated Learning & Development Team committed to your growth.
  • Engage in comprehensive Wellbeing programs and benefit from market-leading policies and support tailored to diverse needs.
  • Be recognised by peers through nomination awards and take part in our generous Employee Referral Program.
  • We know the power of a great experience
  • Ranked 5th in the 2025 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap.
  • Placed 1st of real estate investment trusts in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment 2025 Yearbook.
  • Earned a gold ranking in Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) for LGBTQIA+ inclusion.
  • Awarded our fifth consecutive Employer of Choice for Gender Equality citation from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) in 2023-2025.
  • Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds.

If this role sounds like you, we want to hear from you. Go for it! Click on “Apply” to submit your application and Thea from the Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch.

  • Job details
  • Seniority level: Associate
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Finance and Other
  • Location

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia surrendered content removed for clarity and to comply with formatting guidelines.

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Senior Trust Accountant, Funds in Sydney employer: The GPT Group

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Contact Details:

The GPT Group Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Senior Trust Accountant, Funds in Sydney

Financial Reporting
Preparation of Financial Statements
Tax Reporting
Treasury Accounting
IFRS Knowledge
Accounting for Treasury Instruments
Microsoft Office Proficiency