Your Trust Accounting expertise is required for this successful law firm
Your New Company
An established and reputable law firm is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Accounts Officer to join its busy Accounts Department, based on the Southern Gold Coast. This is a full‑time, in‑office role supporting a large team across multiple practice areas and contributing to the delivery of exceptional legal services.
Your New Role
This role is responsible for full‑cycle legal trust and office accounting, requiring strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a thorough understanding of trust accounting regulations. You will work closely with lawyers, paralegals, and support staff, managing daily financial activities across a range of legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily trust account bank reconciliations in accordance with trust accounting regulations
* Receipting trust funds to matters and advising relevant lawyers, with an understanding of multiple parties per matter
* Client billing based on daily transactions, including fixed‑fee and hourly‑rate invoices
* Processing client receipts to the general account and issuing receipts
* Processing EFTPOS payments for trust and general accounts (in‑person and over the phone)
* Preparing trust account EFT payments for settlements, estate distributions, and matter‑related supplier invoices (with co‑authorisation via CommBiz)
* Managing ad‑hoc lawyer and staff queries via the shared accounts inbox
* Reviewing weekly trust‑to‑office transfer reports and executing compliant transfers
* Preparing and issuing updated trust account statements to clients or relevant parties
* Supporting lawyers and paralegals in progressing bills from draft to final
* Managing aged debtors and following overdue accounts processes
What You’ll Need to Succeed
* Proven experience in legal trust accounting
* Strong knowledge of trust account legislation and compliance
* Experience using LEAP legal practice management software
* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
* Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment
What You’ll Get in Return
* Stable, full‑time role within a respected professional services firm
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
* Modern office facilities with strong systems and technology support
* Ongoing training, mentoring, and career development opportunities
* A workplace culture focused on wellbeing, learning, and purpose
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to
or phone: Ph: 0404 305 351.
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