We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation.We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and beingat the forefront of employee experience. We work closely withAustralian and international businesses, organisations andgovernments.
About the role
We are seeking a Trust Accounts ReceivableOfficer to join our Finance team on a 14-monthcontract.
This role will be responsible for the accurate and timelyreceipting, allocation and administration of funds received intothe firm’s trust and operating bank accounts, with a strong focuson trust receipting and trust accountadministration .
- Take primary responsibility for the day-to-day processingand allocation of trust receipts, ensuring funds are recordedaccurately and promptly.
- Identify and allocate incoming trust funds to theappropriate client and matter.
- Investigate unidentified, incorrectly referenced, orunallocated trust receipts and liaise with relevantstakeholders to resolve outstanding items.
- Maintain accurate records and supporting documentationrelating to trust transactions.
- Assist with the administration of trust accounts andcontrolled monies.
- Manage trust-related transactions associated with PEXAsettlements as required.
- Assist with the review and reconciliation of trust balancesand investigate outstanding or unusual items.
- Identify and promptly escalates discrepancies, errors orpotential trust accounting issues.
- Respond to queries in a timely manner.
- Perform daily reconciliations for the Trust bankaccount.
About you
You are a motivated and detail-oriented finance professional whotakes pride in accuracy and enjoys working in a collaborative teamenvironment. You will ideally bring:
- Previous experience in trust accounting, accountsreceivable, banking or a transactional Financerole .
- Strong numerical skills and excellent attention todetail.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and workeffectively to deadlines.
- Confidence communicating with internal and externalstakeholders while maintaining confidentiality.
- Strong Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
- Experience using a practice management system such asAderant Expert , or the ability to learn newsystems quickly.
- A collaborative and team-oriented approach.
Maddocks is simply a excellent place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you willexperience:
A diverse and inclusive workplace:
We have beennamed an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WorkforceGender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along withbeing named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace EqualityIndex's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversityinternally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, MaddocksCALD,
Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.
Career Development:
Learn and develop throughstructured learning and development programs at each stage of yourcareer and study support programs.
Community involvement:
give back to thecommunities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono andgrants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.
Work flexibly:
work in a hybrid way with partof your week in the office and support to set up your homeoffice.
Wellbeing & Benefits:
access to up to 20 weekspaid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance,salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program andparents and carers wellbeing programs.
Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is aresult of our inclusive culture and focus on complex andinteresting work.
To be eligible for this role you must be legally permittedto work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applicationsfrom agencies will not be considered at this time.
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