For many accountants, their clients issuer-sponsored (SRN) shareholdings can quickly become an administrative burden.
These holdings often surface during EOFY clean-ups, deceased estates, SMSF audits, or entity wind-downs. While the goal is simple — sell the shares — the process is often anything but.
Because these holdings are managed directly on share registries, they require additional documentation, identity verification, and authority checks before a sale can be completed. For accountants, this can mean chasing paperwork, coordinating multiple parties, and navigating varying requirements — all outside their core focus.
That’s where Unbroker steps in.
How Unbroker Supports Your Clients’ Share Sales
Unbroker works alongside accountants to manage share sales from start to finish — managing documentation, compliance requirements, and execution on market without the need to transfer holdings or open a trading account.
We support a wide range of holding structures and scenarios, including:
• Individual and joint holdings
• Deceased estates
• Trusts and SMSFs
• Companies
• International investors
By managing the complexity behind these transactions, we reduce the administrative load on your firm and create a smoother experience for your clients.
Where Unbroker Fits in Your Accounting Practice
Unbroker supports accountants when shareholdings need to be resolved quickly and accurately.
These cases include:
- EOFY clean-ups — realise capital gains or losses and simplify client records
- Entity wind-downs — liquidate company or trust-held shares for final distribution
- SMSFs and trusts — divest legacy holdings and reallocate assets
- Portfolio clean-ups — dispose of low-value parcels to streamline financial statements
In each of these scenarios, holdings can delay reporting, compliance, or finalisation. We step in to remove that friction and keep matters moving.
How the Process Works (and What You’ll Need)
We’ve streamlined the process so accountants and their clients can complete a share sale efficiently, whether you’re managing a single parcel or multiple holdings.
Step 1 – Provide the shareholding details
These details can be found on a shareholding or dividend statement.
If you need help retrieving the SRN we may be able to assist here.
Step 2 – Provide shareholder identity and supporting documentation
Identity verification is completed securely using our 100-point verification process for each registered shareholder. This can be completed online by the client or via 100 points of certified identification.
More information on our ID verification process can be found here.
Supporting documentation depends on how the holding is structured, you may need:
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- Trusts or SMSFs – Trust Deed/SMSF Deed.
See our Family Trust or SMSF guide. - Deceased estates – Death Certificate, Will, or Probate/Letters of Administration.
See our full guide to selling estate shares. - Power of Attorney or Guardianship – Certified POA/guardianship orders.
See our guide to selling under Power of Attorney. - Name changes – Marriage certificate, change of name certificate.
See our guide to selling shares when your name has changed here.
- Trusts or SMSFs – Trust Deed/SMSF Deed.
Step 3 – Provide nominated bank account details
This is where the proceeds from the sale will be transferred
Step 4 – Holdings confirmed and trade executed
We complete compliance checks and execute the trade on market.
Step 5 – Settlement and payment
Once settlement is complete (either T+0 or T+2 depending on the selected service), proceeds are transferred to the nominated account.
Work with us in a way that suits your firm — whether through a structured partner portal, simple email, or by referring clients for end-to-end management.
Why Accountants Choose Unbroker
Accountants choose Unbroker because we are built to support professional workflows and deliver better outcomes for both firms and their clients.
- Accurate, registry-grade execution — completed correctly the first time
- Reduced administrative workload — we manage registries, holders, and documentation
- Centralised client holdings — helping tidy and streamline records
- Stronger advisory offering and client experience — faster, clearer, and more efficient outcomes
- Compliance made easy — secure handling and matter-ready documentation
- Support for complex structures — including SMSFs, trusts, estates, and companies
- Fast turnaround times — standard T+2, with same-day (T+0) options available
The result is a smoother process for both you and your clients, with less back-and-forth and fewer delays.
Simplify Share Sales for Your Clients
If your clients hold issuer-sponsored shares and need a straightforward way to sell, Unbroker provides a simple, compliant solution without needing to transfer holdings or open a trading account.
Whether you’re managing EOFY clean-ups, estates, or complex structures, we help complete share sales efficiently so you can focus on delivering value where it matters most.
Contact us to discuss how Unbroker can support your firm and streamline your clients’ share sales.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — if your shares are issuer-sponsored and registered in your personal name, you can sell them online without opening a trading account. For more information, click here.
Yes — shares registered in joint names can be sold online through Unbroker, as long as both shareholders complete the ID verification process. For more information on how to sell your joint holdings, click here.
100 points of ID is a document-based identity check used in Australia. You’ll need to provide certified copies of documents—like a passport, licence, or utility bill—that add up to 100 points. For more information on 100 points of ID click here.
If your shares are issuer-sponsored and you have the SRN, you can sell them quickly online using Unbroker—no trading account required. To learn more about selling issuer-sponsored shares in Australia, click here.
Yes — if your shares are issuer-sponsored, you can sell them online through Unbroker without opening a trading account or using a full-service broker. For a quick guide to selling shares with Unbroker, click here.
Yes — if you're acting under a valid Power of Attorney, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker by providing the required documents and ID. To find out what’s required when selling shares under a Power of Attorney, click here.
An SRN identifies shares held directly with a share registry, while a HIN is used for shares held through a broker. Unbroker can only sell shares registered with an SRN. To learn more about the difference between an SRN and a HIN, click here.
Yes — if you’re acting as an executor or legal representative for an Estate, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker by providing the required estate documents and ID. For more information on selling shares belonging to an estate, click here.
That’s fine — both shareholders can authorise the funds to be paid into one person's account using a signed authority form provided by Unbroker.
A one-off share sale lets you sell issuer-sponsored shares without opening a trading account or using a full-service broker — perfect for casual or one-time sellers.
Unbroker specialises in one-off share sales — no trading account, no upsells, and no ongoing fees. We're built for people who just want to sell and move on. For a detailed comparison, click here.
Most share sales settle within one to three business days — including ID verification, trade execution, and payment. Unbroker offers same-day sale and settlement, enabling you to receive your funds one business day after the sale. For more information on sales and settlement timelines, click here.
Yes — if you have your SRN and ID, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker without logging into the registry. Click here for more information.
Yes — if the shares are registered in the company’s name, they can be sold through Unbroker with the proper documentation and ASIC verification. Click here to see our full guide on selling shares held company.
Yes — if the shares are registered in the name of your trust or SMSF, you can sell them through Unbroker by providing the deed, trustees ID and any supporting documents. To learn more, see our full guide on selling shares held by a family trust or SMSF here.
Yes — if your ESS shares are issuer-sponsored and registered in your name, you can sell them through Unbroker without needing a trading account. For more information on selling shares from an ESS, click here.
Yes — as an overseas resident, you can sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker by posting original certified ID. For more information on our international ID requirements, click here.
We’re required by law to verify the identity of each registered shareholder before processing a sale — it helps prevent fraud and ensures compliance with ASIC and anti-money laundering regulations. For more information on ID verification, click here.
Your SRN is usually found on a holding statement or letter from the share registry — it’s required to sell issuer-sponsored shares through Unbroker. For more information about what an SRN is, click here.
Yes, it’s still possible to sell shares if you can’t find your SRN. In many cases, Unbroker can retrieve your SRN for you and handle the sale process without needing to contact the registry. For more information, click here.
Yes — as long as you're using a licensed and compliant provider like Unbroker. We verify all sales, protect your information, and never ask for upfront payments. For more details on how Unbroker keeps your transactions secure, click here.
Yes — as a parent or legal guardian, you can authorise the sale of shares held by a minor by providing certified ID and signing an authority form.
Yes — as long as your IPO shares are issuer-sponsored and no longer subject to escrow, you can sell them through Unbroker without needing a trading account. To get started today, click here.
If you’ve lost your holding statement, you’ll need to contact the share registry to request a replacement. Once you have your SRN, you can sell your shares through Unbroker.
Yes — as long as you can provide certified evidence of the name change (e.g. marriage certificate or name change certificate), Unbroker can help process your share sale. For more information, see our full guide on selling shares when your name has changed here.
Funds are paid one business day after settlement.
Depending on whether you choose Same Day Sale & Settlement or Standard settlement, you’ll receive your money within 1–3 business days. For more information, click here.
Yes — you don’t need a TFN to sell your shares through Unbroker.
However, if no TFN is recorded on your shareholding, the registry may withhold tax from any dividends you’ve received. This doesn’t affect the sale itself.
If the shareholder can’t sign, someone else may be authorised to act under a valid Power of Attorney or court order. We’ll need certified documents confirming their authority before we can proceed. To find out what’s required when selling shares under a Power of Attorney, click here.
Yes — shares registered with an account designation can be sold through Unbroker, provided the authorised person completes the required verification process. Click here to learn how the process works.
