Strategic Corporate Accounting Manager | Equity & Hybrid

Canva; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Work from Australia up to one month

Study support and wellbeing allowance

Job summary

Perpetual Corporate Trust is seeking an Accounting Manager to lead a specialist team delivering trust accounting services for managed funds and debt capital market clients across Australia and New Zealand. The role focuses on accuracy, governance and client outcomes, while guiding strategic initiatives and operational improvements.

You will oversee month-end to statutory reporting, tax outputs, and maintain strong client relationships, partnering with regional and global stakeholders to support

Qualifications

• Must have tertiary qualification in accounting/business/finance.
• CA or CPA qualifications, or progress toward qualification, preferred.
• Experience in managed funds, securitisation or debt capital markets is advantageous.
• Strong leadership, coaching and technical accounting guidance required.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Accounting Team delivering trust accounting services for managed funds and debt capital markets.
• Oversee service delivery, review outputs and maintain strong client relationships.
• Contribute to strategic projects, operational improvements and new business opportunities.
• Support performance and development of the accounting team.
• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and tax obligations.
• Partner with Shared Service Centre and external advisers.

Skills

Team leadership

Trust accounting

Client relationship management

Risk management

Process improvement

Communication

Education

Accounting/finance degree

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

Accounting Manager, Managed Funds Services – Perpetual Corporate Trust

• Lead and mentor a specialist team of Trust Accountants
• Apply your financial accounting expertise across managed investment and securitisation trusts
• Support quality client outcomes while strengthening processes and team capability

Perpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust.

Join Perpetual Corporate Trust in a leadership role focused on delivering high quality trust accounting services.

Perpetual Corporate Trust (PCT), a specialist business within the Perpetual Group, is a leading fiduciary, custody and digital business in Australia, with operations in Singapore. We provide a unique range of products to help clients, and the industry, be more effective, efficient and economical while managing ever-increasing cyber security risks and maintaining compliance. Domestic and global financial institutions leverage our corporate strength, commercial approach, risk and compliance practices, expertise and service excellence in debt markets, managed funds and digital solutions to enable our clients success.

About the Role

As Accounting Manager, you will lead the Accounting Team in delivering trust accounting services for managed funds and debt capital market clients. You will oversee service delivery, review accounting outputs and build strong relationships with clients and service providers. You will also contribute to strategic projects, operational improvements and new business opportunities, while supporting the performance and development of your team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the team’s delivery of accounting services across client engagements
• Assist the Senior Manager and General Manager in delivering key projects and shaping the strategic direction of the accounting business
• Build strong client relationships through technical expertise and responsive service
• Improve operational processes, quality assurance and risk management practices
• Coach and develop team members through practical guidance and training
• Support new business meetings and the establishment and transition of new trusts
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and projects across the accounting business.

About you

We’re interested in hearing from people who have:

• A relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, business, economics or finance
• CA or CPA qualifications, or progress towards qualification, preferred
• Experience within a chartered accounting firm, including a Big Four environment, would be highly regarded
• The ability to lead, coach and provide technical guidance to a team of Trust Accountants
• Experience within managed investment trusts, property investment funds, securitisation trusts or investment products
• Advanced accounting knowledge and experience managing operational processes
• Strong client leadership, communication, stakeholder management and problem-solving skills
• Sound understanding of risk management and relevant accounting and tax developments

We love hearing from people who are inspired to shape the future with us. If you're excited about this opportunity or about joining Perpetual Corporate Trust, we encourage you to apply.

How we work

Our unique culture is underpinned by our three organisational behaviours, Stretch, Own it, Make an impact which drive our approach of day-to-day interactions with colleagues and clients, the way we approach decision-making to the questions we ask and the problems we solve. We’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where diversity is celebrated. No matter your background or circumstances, we aim to provide an environment where you can thrive.

Employee benefits

• We’re committed to supporting hybrid working with our philosophy balancing business client and individual needs with 3+ days in modern recently renovated office
• Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year
• An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing
• Study support and commitment to supporting professional development.

As our Accounting Manager for Australia and New Zealand, you will lead the delivery of accurate financial reporting, strong governance and effective accounting operations across Australia and New Zealand, while partnering with regional and global stakeholders to support business performance and compliance.

• Leading the preparation and delivery of accurate and timely financial reporting, including month-end, quarterly, year-end and statutory accounts.
• Leading the preparation and delivery of tax reporting including income tax, transfer pricing, GST and withholding tax.
• Overseeing general ledger, reconciliations, journal reviews and financial controls to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Managing cash flow, forecasting and liquidity in line with business needs and company policy.
• Overseeing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Leasing routines and day-to-day accounting operations.
• Ensuring compliance with accounting standards, tax obligations, statutory requirements and internal policies including working with our auditors and external tax advisers.
• Lead, develop and support the Finance team while partnering closely with the Shared Service Centre.
• Provide financial insights, risk management and commercial support to inform business decisions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, audit activities, process enhancements and business continuity planning.

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH

Reporting to the Regional Accounting Manager for APAC, you'll lead two direct reports and partner with an offshore shared services team, while working closely with the local Sales Market Controller to support month-end close governance and collaborating closely with internal stakeholders across the business at a local and global level.

WHO YOU ARE

• 5+ years' Finance or Accounting Manager experience within a large, high-volume Retail or FMCG business
• Degree in Accounting or Finance with a CPA or CA qualification.
• Demonstrated people leadership skills with the ability to partner across multiple business functions
• Leads from the front with a hands‑on approach, building team capability while remaining actively involved in day-to‑day operations when needed
• Excellent communication skills - Building trusted relationships across the business, communicating clearly and confidently, providing expert guidance, and acting as a key escalation point
• Highly organised with strong time management skills, able to balance competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

WHO WE ARE

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE

At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer our employees attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe.

We offer flexible working arrangements with the option to WFH 2 days a week. Subject to business needs

You will receive 25% off H&M Group brands; H&M, COS, Monki, Weekdays, Arket, & Other Stories

We are an inclusive company where you are encouraged to be yourself at work