Manager, Investment Accounting

Sydney - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

About Us

IFM Investors is a global asset manager founded and owned by pension funds with capabilities in infrastructure equity and debt private equity private credit real estate and listed equities. Our purpose is to invest protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We believe healthy returns depend on healthy economic environmental and social systems - and these are evolving on a scale never experienced before. To find opportunity build value and meet the needs of future generations you need scale skill and expertise. Thats what IFM Investors has built up over 30 years.

With assets under management of approximately $233.8 AUD billion (as at 30 June 2025) we prioritise the interests of over 762 institutional investors worldwide. IFM operates from 13 offices across Australia Europe North America and Asia.

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Business Overview

Our Operations team collaborates across the business with a strong emphasis on designing solutions increasing efficiency and reducing operational risks. The team consists of six areas of specialisation including:

Investment Operations & Client Service

Investment Risk & Execution Oversight

Business Transformation

Investment Accounting & Tax Services

Implementation

Information Technology

The Opportunity
At IFM youre not just part of an investment company but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world.
So we have made sure to create a workplace thats inclusive accountable and collaborative. Where youre given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team.
Along with the chance to make a meaningful positive difference from day one we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. We also believe all roles are genuinely flexible at IFM so we are happy to talk through what this might look like for you.

The Role
Join IFM Investors as a Manager in Investment Accounting where youll lead a high-performing team and oversee critical functions across accounting tax product and investment administration. Reporting to the Director youll drive operational excellence mentor and coach team members and deliver internal training in a collaborative and pragmatic style.

Youll also play a key role in identifying and implementing new product developments streamlining inefficient processes and managing complex tasks with insight and initiative.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the day-to-day operations of the Fund Accounting team ensuring accurate delivery of NAVs unit pricing reconciliations and monthly dashboards.
Present monthly Fund dashboards to the Real Estate Funds Management team with clear insights and analysis.
Oversee compliance with accounting policies procedures and service standards while managing risk exposure.
Manage audit processes and statutory financial statement reviews for Board sign-off.
Ensure timely and accurate completion of regulatory and tax reporting including BAS CGT Fund Payments and Income Tax Returns.
Liaise with external service providers to ensure smooth handovers and accurate property outgoing audits.
Lead the preparation and review of annual Fund-level budgets and support Board/BARC paper development.
Identify and implement process improvements across investment accounting functions.
Provide leadership mentoring and coaching to team members in a collaborative and pragmatic style.
Support strategic initiatives including property acquisitions/divestments and cross-functional projects.

Your Background and Experience

Approximately 9 solid years in accounting with a focus on funds management and/or investment accounting.
Tertiary qualifications in law commerce economics finance or a related field.
CA or CPA qualified; post-graduate qualifications are highly regarded.
Strong understanding of IFM Investors investment processes and market landscape.
Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate and mentor teams.
Demonstrated business acumen and understanding of financial metrics and performance drivers.
High-level technical expertise in financial accounting taxation and regulatory compliance.
Advanced numerical and analytical skills.
Experience managing client relationships and providing professional advice to senior stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience working with real estate funds including presenting monthly fund dashboards and insights to Real Estate Funds Management teams would be highly regarded.

Ready to invest in what mattersWith IFM that includes your own career. Visit to find out more.
IFM Investors is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities backgrounds and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race gender religion sexual orientation age disability or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at

Required Experience:

Manager

DescriptionAbout UsIFM Investors is a global asset manager founded and owned by pension funds with capabilities in infrastructure equity and debt private equity private credit real estate and listed equities. Our purpose is to invest protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working peopl...