Real Estate Settlements Officer Role
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Real Estate Settlements Officer to join our team on a 12-month fixed term contract, full-time basis.
This role will involve ensuring the smooth and timely processing of financial transactions associated with real estate sales and settlements. You will work closely with our branch staff, managing trust accounts, reconciling payments, and maintaining compliance with industry and company procedures.
The successful candidate will be responsible for opening, managing, and reconciling client trust and agent commission accounts for property listings and settlements. They will also complete data entry to record process Sale Advices for all branch locations across Australia.
Responsibilities:
* Manage and reconcile client trust and agent commission accounts
* Complete data entry to record process Sale Advices
* Reconcile sales trust bank accounts on a daily basis
* Liaise with branch teams to resolve documentation issues and ensure adherence to procedures
* Contribute to audit preparation, process improvement, and the promotion of best practices
Requirements:
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a finance or accounting environment, ideally within real estate or trust accounting
* Strong understanding of general accounting procedures; Certificate IV in Accounting (or similar) desirable
* Confident with Microsoft Excel and Outlook; high attention to detail in data entry and reconciliation tasks
* Experience with bank account reconciliations and preparing journal entries
* Ability to prioritise workload and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive approach to problem-solving
* Knowledge of the real estate industry or settlements processes is an advantage
About Us:
We are a leading agribusiness brand in Australia, committed to creating a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia. We are proud to offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, where you can grow your career and develop your skills.
We believe in recognising talent, promoting inclusion, and celebrating diversity. If you are passionate about numbers, processes, and working in a high-trust environment, this role is for you.
Please note that applications may be shortlisted as they are received. We encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to apply for roles at our organisation.