JOB   DETAILS

The role involves interaction with various units locally and overseas. The Associate 2 should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills and demonstrate the ability to work in a team environment. Accuracy, timeliness and delivery of client service are imperative in this position with increased focus towards quality controls, documentation and process improvements.

• Role Overview

The Financial Reporting Associate 2 is responsible for preparing financial statements and regulatory reporting outputs for Australian clients, including superannuation funds, managed investment schemes, and investment entities. The role supports APRA regulatory reporting (e.g., SRF 550/552/553), AASB/IFRS-compliant financial statements, and audit/client reporting cycles.

• Key Responsibilities
• Financial Statements & Disclosures:
• Prepare financial statements in accordance with AASB/IFRS
• Draft disclosures (fair value, financial instruments, investment entities)
• Perform GL review and reconciliations
• APRA Regulatory Reporting:
• Prepare APRA returns (SRF 550/552/553/320/330/720)
• Reconcile APRA returns to financial statements
• Perform data validation and consistency checks
• Reporting Cycle Management:
• Maintain reporting documentation
• Manage deadlines and reporting timelines
• Coordinate with accounting, tax and other internal teams
• Issue Resolution:
• Investigate discrepancies and resolve issues
• Analyse differences between GL, FS, and APRA returns
• Audit & Client Support:
• Prepare audit working papers
• Respond to auditor queries
• Address client comments
• Controls & Quality:
• Execute reporting checklists
• Maintain audit-ready documentation
• Ensure compliance with internal controls
• Systems & Process Improvement:
• Use reporting systems (e.g., FundSuite ARC, ESP)
• Identify automation opportunities
• Team Contribution:
• Support A1 staff
• Contribute to team improvements
• Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting/Finance
• CA/CPA (or working towards) preferred
• 1–3 years experience in financial reporting or fund accounting
• Key Skills
• Knowledge of AASB/IFRS
• APRA reporting knowledge desirable
• Strong Excel and analytical skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Role Positioning
• Associate 2: Core production (this role)
• Success Measures
• Timely reporting delivery
• Strong reconciliations
• High quality documentation

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