La Trobe Financial is Australia’s leading alternative asset manager, helping Australians build better futures for over 70 years. With $25 billion in assets under management and the trust of 160,000 customers, we’ve grown through a commitment to service, innovation, and putting people first.

We don’t just deliver retirement income – we shape lives, careers, and communities. Our culture is built on trust, excellence, accountability, and a shared purpose: to make a meaningful difference every day.

Build your future with us.

The Opportunity

As part of the Financial Control team within La Trobe Financial, this role has the primary responsibility for the planning, implementation and management of the finance activities of the La Trobe Australian Credit Fund (Credit Fund) and its Responsible Entity (RE) while fulfilling any assigned duties and specific responsibilities described in the Compliance Plan as a relevant Responsible Officer. As Head of Fund, you will be responsible for leading our Credit Fund and RE through month-end, quarter-end and year-end responsibilities.

This role is a 12-month maternity leave cover, however there may be an opportunity for the role to go permanent, given the rapid growth and success of the business.

Key Responsibilities

- Oversee, lead and manage the Credit Fund accounting team and core functions (financial records and reporting, cash processes and controls, operational, audit and taxation processes and Regulatory dealings as required).
- Co-ordinate the provision of daily, monthly, quarterly and forward-looking liquidity positions.
- Take ownership of the monthly and quarterly consolidated financial reporting that meets all internal and external reporting requirements.
- Prepare high quality presentations,



supporting analysis and strategic insights for management.
- Directly manage a team of five (5) direct reports, maintaining a high-performance and positive work workplace, focussed on building talent, delivery and the resolution of all accounting issues.
- Key point of contact for the Fund, assisting the business with ad-hoc and recurring requests.
- Lead the monthly Management Reporting and annual Statutory Reporting Requirements for the Credit Fund, including liaison with the auditors to resolve all queries and issues.
- Lead for AIIR, FATCA, CRS and other regulatory lodgements.
- Quarterly Board and Committee Reporting, including the preparation of accounting technical and position papers, which relate to the Fund or the RE.
- Responsibility for finance projects as required.

About You

The successful applicant will ideally possess a minimum of 10 years of accounting experience, with 5 years in a managerial capacity. Additional skills and experience required include:

- 3 of the most recent years within the financial services sector ideally with Asset Management / Banking / NBFI industries
- Detailed working knowledge of the MIS sector highly advantageous
- CA / CPA
- High attention to detail, both in preparation and review
- Demonstrated ability with respect to leading and developing people




- Ability to manage concurrent workstreams and meet critical deadlines
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Knowledge of Technology One software is highly advantageous
- Take ownership of tasks from formulation to completion
- Desire to train and develop junior team members
- Results-oriented with an analytical, problem-solving and can‑do mindset
- Passion for excellence

Employee Benefits

We’re all about balance – delivering great work and enjoying the journey. Alongside a competitive salary, here are some perks that make working with us even better:

- Celebrate your birthday – with a paid day off, just for you!
- Give back – with paid volunteer days to support causes you care about;
- More time for you – purchase additional annual leave when you need it;
- Support for families – 18 weeks paid primary carer parental leave plus superannuation contributions;
- Wild perks – free annual membership to Taronga Zoo and Collingwood Football Club!
- Wellbeing first – access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Keep growing – with ongoing training and development opportunities;
- Unforgettable socials – from team events to celebrations you’ll actually want to attend!
- Retail therapy – enjoy discounts through Reward Gateway.

Diversity & Inclusion

We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and safe. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and proudly support an inclusive recruitment process and work environment. If you require adjustments at any stage of the process, please let us know, we’re here to help.

Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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📌 Head of Fund (Melbourne)
🏢 La Trobe Financial
📍 Melbourne