TFA Group is a growing legal practice (with a diverse group of associated entities) operating across Victoria and Queensland. We're Australia's first firm to fully integrate litigation and wellbeing support. What began as a single idea has evolved into a purpose-driven company, with our first launchpad in Melbourne and continued growth underway.
Role Description
This is a hands‐on leadership role suited to someone who can hit the ground running, bring structure, and support the offices by managing both operational and financial functions. You'll be trusted to motivate people, sharpen systems, and deliver targets while also rolling up your sleeves to get things done. We want a leader who naturally thinks outside the square, loves lifting performance, and wants to help build revenue‐focused, high‐yielding businesses.
The Musts
Manage office systems, procedures, and workflows to improve efficiency and accountability
Oversee the day‐to‐day operations of the legal practice across VIC and QLD and other offices
Lead review of case management and offer coaching and education to improve performance and meet compliance
Act as a key point of contact for partners, staff, suppliers, and external service providers
Manage and complete month‐end close processes for the group
Manage payroll, leave, and staff entitlements with accuracy and timeliness
Prepare and lodge BAS and IAS returns, and manage related financial documentation and lodgements
Complete WorkCover declarations and ensure ongoing compliance
Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances




Assist with financial reporting and internal controls
Liaise with the ATO and relevant authorities as required
Maintain accurate and up‐to‐date financial records across the group
Oversee associated creditors and debtors to support robust cashflow and professional relationships
Scaling Objectives
Motivate and lead staff and executives to improve client experience and overall performance and management of cases
Identify and assess opportunities to accelerate expansion and profitability across the group of entities
We offer
Competitive salary based on experience and capability
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Opportunity to work across a diverse group of entities and help shape the next growth phase
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accounting (required)
Proven experience in office/operations (legal or professional services strongly preferred)
Strong financial capability including month‐end close, payroll, reconciliations, internal controls, BAS/IAS, and compliance
Ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A hands‐on operator who will genuinely roll up their sleeves
Experience with legal practice management and accounting software (Smokeball & Xero preferred)
Experience supporting multi‐entity/group operations
Track record of improving operational efficiency and lifting financial performance
Seniority level
Mid‐Senior level
Employment type
Full‐time
Job function
Finance and Sales
Industries: Legal Services
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📌 Operations & Finance Manager (Melbourne)
🏢 TFA LEGAL
📍 Melbourne