Senior Manager, Statutory Reporting & Policy

UniSuper; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation contribution

$1,500 annual development budget

20 weeks paid parental leave

Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year

Job summary

UniSuper is seeking a leader to head the statutory and sustainability reporting function. You will deliver high-quality financial reporting, ensuring compliance and governance while mentoring a talented finance team.

The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting expertise, a CA or CPA qualification, and extensive experience in financial services. Join UniSuper and make significant contributions while thriving in a supportive culture that values diversity.

Qualifications

• Extensive finance experience, ideally from a Big 4 professional services background.
• Experience in superannuation, investment accounting or financial services.
• Proven experience leading and developing teams with clear accountability.

Responsibilities

• Lead statutory financial reporting in line with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Drive accurate, timely month-end and year-end close processes.
• Lead the implementation of new accounting and sustainability reporting standards.

Skills

Technical accounting expertise

Leadership

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

About Us

UniSuper is a workplace where highly skilled professionals are empowered to Think Great and deliver exceptional retirement outcomes for our members. Are you ready to take on new challenges, drive excellence and shape UniSuper's success? Join UniSuper as a leader and empower your team within an industry leading culture, driving simplification and performance.

This is an opportunity to lead a critical statutory and sustainability reporting function, shaping high‑quality outcomes that support strong governance, regulatory confidence, and long‑term member outcomes.

The role

The key focus of this role is to lead the delivery of high‑quality statutory, sustainability and regulatory financial reporting across the Fund, Trustee and service entities. You will be accountable for technical accounting leadership, robust reporting policies and the integrity of the general ledger, while leading and developing a high‑performing team. You will work closely with senior finance leaders, auditors and regulators to deliver accurate, timely and compliant outcomes.

• Lead statutory financial reporting in line with Australian Accounting Standards and regulatory requirements
• Drive accurate, timely month‑end and year‑end close processes with strong governance
• Lead the implementation of new accounting and sustainability reporting standards
• Own and maintain finance policies, technical accounting positions and interpretations
• Lead sustainability and climate‑related financial reporting under ASSB requirements
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of finance professionals to deliver consistent outcomes

About you

You bring deep technical accounting expertise and enjoy leading teams through complex reporting and regulatory environments. You balance strong attention to detail with strategic thinking and are confident partnering with senior stakeholders. You are motivated by delivering high‑quality outcomes and building capable, engaged teams.

• CA or CPA qualification is essential
• Extensive finance experience, ideally from a Big 4 professional services background
• Experience in superannuation, investment accounting or financial services
• Proven experience leading and developing teams with clear accountability
• Strong knowledge of accounting standards and regulatory requirements
• Confident communicator with the ability to influence at senior levels

What We Offer

UniSuper believes that the best way to achieve great things is when we come together and collaborate. Therefore, we ask you to be able to commit to 60% of your time in office. UniSuper is proud of our culture and benefits, which empower our people to achieve their full potential, thrive, and grow their career with us. These include:

• 17% superannuation contribution
• $1,500 annual development budget
• 20 weeks paid parental leave
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year

It should go without saying, but at UniSuper, we value and celebrate diversity and inclusion. We believe that a variety of perspectives, backgrounds, interests, abilities, and skills is crucial for delivering great retirement outcomes for our members. We invite you to apply for the roles that suit your career aspirations, even if you don't meet all the requirements.