Trust Accountant – Perpetual Corporate Trust

Full Time Role, based in Pitt Street, Sydney
Perpetual Corporate Trust - Trustee of the Year for the past + years
More Time Off for What Matters: Enjoy up to 6 weeks of leave
Flexible Work Environment: Work where we work best – whether in the office or from home
Perpetual Group is an ASX-listed company (ASX:PPT) headquartered in Sydney, Australia, currently consisting of 11 leading brands across three distinct businesses: Asset Management, Wealth Management and Corporate Trust.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Perpetual Corporate Trust. 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
You will assist the Perpetual Corporate Trust Accounting team in providing accurate and timely accounting services to managers of securitisation trusts, and managed investment trusts (MITs). Some key responsibilities include.
Preparing periodic management accounts for a portfolio of clients.
Preparing audited annual financial statements (Special Purpose and General Purpose Tier-2).
Coordinating audit of the financial statements and ensure timely
completion of audit.
Coordinating preparation and lodgement of income tax return and
annual tax reports including AIIR and PAYGW with tax agent.
Preparing budgets and liquidity forecasts.
Preparing payment directions.
Preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
Preparing distribution and withholding tax calculations for MITs and some securitisation trusts.
Liaising with key internal stakeholders including Trustee, Trust Manager and Investment Manager for the delivery of services under the relevant accounting engagements
Provide training to junior staff members
Assist the Senior Trust Accountant and the Senior Accounting Manager in delivering key projects and objectives.
About you
Degree qualified (accounting/economics/finance degree majoring in accounting)
Qualified or working towards being qualified CA / CPA
Registered as a BAS / Tax Agent would be an advantage
2 - 3 years’ experience in a chartered accounting firm
Understanding of tax legislation for trusts in Australia (desirable)
Working knowledge of managed funds and securitisation would be an advantage
Auditing experience would be an advantage.
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.
Employee benefits
Work from anywhere in Australia for up to one month each year
An annual allowance to empower you to prioritise your personal wellbeing
Access to LinkedIn learning, study support and commitment to supporting professional development
Diversity and inclusion
Strong commitment to all aspects of Diversity and Inclusion through a robust 7 pillar strategy
A growing number of employee-led networks who work to raise awareness and drive continued change
We support over 50 First Nations Communities, helping to secure the communities' future. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People
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. Read more