Trust Accountant

4 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia GPT GROUP Full time

Together, we can do great things 

We shape leading experiences across office, retail, logistics and student accommodation.

We’re one of Australia’s largest property groups, managing $35 billion worth of assets across the country.

Our sustainable returns from investments come from focusing on what matters most to customers — a great experience and doing good. Every day, our people are driving positive impact for people, place and planet. They’re inquisitive, pioneering industry firsts and pushing new ideas to deliver exceptional outcomes.

This passion and expertise creates an employee experience that puts wellbeing, flexibility and opportunity first.

Come join us. 

The role

As a key member of the Group Finance team, the Trust Accountant is primarily responsible for mandate accounting, reporting and tax compliance.

What you will be doing

  • Preparing monthly balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Preparing and recording monthly head trust accrual journal entries.
  • Performing checks over the trial balances.
  • Calculating quarterly management fees.
  • Preparing quarterly distribution calculations.
  • Drafting accounting treatment memos.
  • Assisting with the preparation of statutory financial statements.
  • Preparing the half yearly statement of taxable income and annual tax returns.
  • Reviewing monthly BAS workings.
  • Raising purchase orders for head trust expenses and service receipting.

What makes you stand out

We are seeking a finance professional who is currently CA or CPA qualified/has commenced their CA/CPA.

Prior accounting experience (Big 4 would be a huge plus) is required and an understanding of the property/funds management sector will be held in high regard. Experience with SAP and/or HFM is highly desirable but not essential.

The role will suit a highly motivated professional who has strong written and verbal communication skills and a keen eye for detail.

We value our people

  • Enjoy flexible working arrangements and generous leave options
  • Experience market-leading parental leave benefits including 22 weeks paid leave for either carer or 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 2024 Gender Equality Global Report released by Equileap.
  • Achieved number 2 real estate company in S&P Global Sustainability Assessment.
  • Earned a silver 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.
  • Accredited Family Inclusive Workplace™.
  • Committed to our second Stretch Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP).

Everyone counts 

GPT offers an inclusive workplace culture and embraces people with diverse perspectives, skills and backgrounds. We welcome applications from First Nations candidates, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, people living with disability and people of diverse ages, cultures and backgrounds.

Let’s get started

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.

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