Responsibilities

- Process and maintain Trust Accounting transactions and records in accordance with regulatory requirements
- Maintain electronic and hard-copy trust accounting records
- Review, prepare and post journals, adjustments, and month-end closing entries
- Perform bank reconciliations across multiple accounts and investigate discrepancies
- Manage and process Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable transactions
- Monitor cash flow and maintain accurate financial records
- Support debt collection, follow-up, and recovery processes
- Process client payments and assist with treasury management
- Prepare, process, and reconcile weekly payroll through Xero
- Manage employee reimbursements, leave entitlements, superannuation, and payroll adjustments
- Ensure payroll compliance obligations are met accurately and on time
- Assist with revenue and expense budgets and forecasting
- Prepare internal financial and management reports
- Assist with BAS, PAYG, FBT, Payroll Tax, and annual statutory reporting
- Maintain and support accounting functions within Legal Practice Management and CRM systems
- Prepare legal practice performance reporting for Partners and Lawyers
- Support development and enhancement of business reporting capabilities
- Prepare monthly reporting packs and performance analysis
- Work closely with the leadership team across trust accounting, payroll, budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, treasury management, and legal practice performance reporting

Requirements

- Relevant accounting experience, ideally within a professional services environment
- Strong understanding of financial accounting principles, reconciliations, reporting, and month-end processes
- Experience managing Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities
- Experience using Xero, MYOB, or similar accounting platforms
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate work




- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline is listed as a differentiator, not a required qualification
- CA or CPA qualification is listed as a differentiator, not a required qualification
- High numeracy and analytical capability
- Experience or genuine interest in the legal sector
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive financial information
- Strong organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities
- Proactive approach and willingness to take ownership of outcomes
- Collaborative mindset and ability to build internal stakeholder relationships
- References and evidence of right to work in Australia required during the interview process

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Trust Accounting, including managing Accounts Payable and Receivable, payroll processing through Xero, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. Proficient in financial reporting, budgeting, and maintaining accurate financial records while supporting legal practice performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

- Trust Accounting Management
- Xero Proficiency
- Financial Reporting
- Accounts Payable and Receivable
- Payroll Processing

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Hard Skills

- Financial Accounting Principles
- Bank Reconciliation
- Month-End Closing Entries
- Budgeting and Forecasting
- Payroll Compliance
- Legal Practice Management
- Data Analysis
- Journal Preparation
- Cash Flow Monitoring
- Statutory Reporting

Soft Skills

- Attention to Detail
- Excellent Communication
- Organisational Skills
- Proactive Approach
- Team-oriented Mindset

Certifications & Qualifications

- CA Qualification
- CPA Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree in Commerce
- Bachelor's Degree in Business
- Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Industry Keywords

- Professional Services
- Legal Sector
- Financial Compliance
- Trust Accounting Regulations
- Payroll Tax
- BAS
- PAYG
- FBT

Tools & Technologies

- Xero
- MYOB
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM Systems

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📌 Senior Accountant (City of Sydney)
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📍 City of Sydney