We're looking for an experienced legal bookkeeper to look after the firm's trust accounting, office bookkeeping, payroll and BAS/IAS preparation. You'll own the day-to-day financial operations of a busy small practice, working autonomously and closely with our support team and fee earners. This is a 15 hour per week part-time role. Daily hours are versatile but need to be spread across five days each week, including a blend of in-office and WFH.

Key responsibilities

Recording trust receipts and payments, including PEXA settlements and transfer duty, processing the weekly trust-to-office transfers and journals between matters and preparing the monthly trust reconciliation and reports for principal sign-off

Entering supplier bills, preparing the weekly supplier payment run, and reconciling the office bank and credit card accounts in Xero, including LEAP postings

Processing fortnightly payroll for around 20 staff, including superannuation and Single Touch Payroll

Following up overdue client accounts and escalating to the person responsible where needed

Preparing quarterly BAS and monthly IAS in Xero, with reconciliations and supporting workpapers, for review and lodgment by the team

Pitching in to help the support team with other administrative and marketing tasks as required





About you

Demonstrated experience in legal sector trust accounting, with a sound understanding of the Legal Profession Act 2007 (Qld), the Legal Profession Regulation 2017 and Queensland Law Society requirements

5+ years' bookkeeping experience, including payroll and BAS/IAS preparation

Strong working knowledge of Xero, including Xero Payroll

High attention to detail and the ability to meet monthly compliance deadlines independently

Highly regarded

Experience with LEAP legal practice management software

Certificate IV in Accounting or Bookkeeping, or higher

About us

McBride Legal is a specialist commercial, property and litigation law practice. The firm provides a comprehensive range of commercial legal services focusing on practical, business-oriented solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. McBride Legal is committed to delivering high-quality legal services efficiently, with an emphasis on client care and a desire to exceed expectations.

Flexible working hours and arrangements

Company laptop

Modern CBD office with quality end-of-trip facilities

Year-round social events and a well-stocked kitchen

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📌 Legal Bookkeeper (Part-time) (Brisbane)
🏢 Mcbride Legal
📍 Brisbane