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We believe technology should help people perform better every day. Since our beginning in 1993, people across financial services have trusted us to take their performance to the next level. More than 10,000 businesses and 500,000 people use our software, from the world's most iconic financial services brands to advice firms of all sizes, banks, insurers, investment managers, traders and brokers. Iress is one of Australia's largest technology companies and employs more than 2,000 people across Australia, The United Kingdom, Africa, Canada, France, New Zealand and Asia.
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As the Manager of our Fund Accounting team, you will be responsible to manage the delivery of Fund Accounting services for superannuation funds administered by lress ensuring all tasks outlined in the Administration Agreements are delivered in line with agreed SLA levels and internal policies. Ensuring that the services delivered are efficient and compliant. Representing the superannuation administration offering with a particular focus on Fund Accounting services in relation to new business and growth opportunities.
Some of the awesome things you'll be involved with:
Risk controls - ensure the security of the general ledger and the integrity of audit trails. Establish and maintain effective accounting controls and systems within the realm of normal operations
Reconciliations - timely and accurate reconciliations of cash at bank, investments, expense recovery, and other relevant balance sheets items
Accounts - accrue and pay all fees, insurance, commissions and expense recovery payments as they fall due. Calculations and payments must meet Fund PDS standards, and to be paid within the timeframe specified in the applicable supplier agreement
Unit pricing - manage unit pricing that is provided. Review of the cash flows and daily investment instructions to investment managers and custodians within service level standards
Month end reporting - complete month end processes and trustee reporting packs
Financial reporting - coordinate financial year end planning with other stakeholders. Agreed stage deadlines must be delivered on time and in full. All work to meet legal, professional and ethical standards
APRA reporting - preparation of all APRA reporting with the regulatory authorities
Taxation - ensure compliance with relevant taxation legislation, including the deduction, reporting, and payment of PAYG, GST, CGT, and Income Tax
Training - to develop and maintain the required skill set within the Fund Accounting team, focusing on continual improvement through innovation and efficiency
Projects - undertake designated projects including the management of new superannuation fund clients and general ledger migration
Other duties - undertake ad-hoc projects as directed by the Head of Fund Accounting, ensuring professional standards and timely completion.
What you will bring:
Over 5 years experience in a fund administration environment or similar industry
Formal qualifications in accounting eg CPA, CA
In-depth knowledge of superannuation and investment markets
Leadership experience with the ability to motivate and develop teams
In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements related to Fund Accounting/reporting within a superannuation environment
A keen eye for detail, enquiring mind and a desire to deliver best practice services
Effective communicator with the ability to convey complex ideas
Strong organisation skills - ability to manage own time, work independently, meet deadlines, and plan for future work, considering immediate and long term organisational goals
Proficient problem solving skills and analytical thinking
A strong commitment to delivering quality service to clients
Why work with us?
8 additional paid days per year to extend your weekends
Hybrid working
Generous cash bonus for every successful referral
Starting school leave - 8.5 days of leave to assist your children with the transition to school
Up to 26 weeks' paid parental leave for primary carers (up to 4 weeks for secondary carers), and the ability to work part-time when returning to work
3 days' paid leave per year to participate in charity initiatives
Discounted health insurance premiums
Access to learning and development programs through Udemy
Iress is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive culture. We strongly believe that diversity is what makes our teams and our products succeed. Our people have different experiences, skills, perspectives and beliefs and everyone's uniqueness is valued and celebrated.
Our hiring decisions are never based on sexual orientation, race, gender identity, religion, disability, citizenship, marital or family status and age. Even if you feel you don't meet all of the requirements of the role, we would still like to hear from you!
We're also proud to be globally recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer that promotes and supports all women in the workplace.
For more information about what we do, our people and values, please visit our website - https://www.iress.com/join-us/careers/
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Employment Type
Employee
Time Type
Full time
