Trust Account and General Accounts Officer
Trust Account & General Accounts Officer
We are seeking an experienced
Trust Account & General Accounts Manager
to oversee the daily financial operations across our Sales, Property Management and General Office accounts. This is a hands-on, detail-focused role that sits at the heart of our business, ensuring accuracy, compliance and seamless financial workflows.
Key Responsibilities
Sales Trust Accounting
Daily trust receipting, banking, and reconciliation
Manage Vendor Paid Advertising ledgers and supplier payments
Prepare and review commission statements, settlement summaries and process disbursements
Liaise with solicitors and auditors to ensure compliant documentation
Property Management Trust Accounting
Daily receipting, owner disbursements, and supplier payments
Manage mid and end-of-month reconciliations
Oversee trust compliance and audit preparation for PM accounts
Maintain accurate records of trust receipts, payments, and ledgers
Payroll & Business Accounts
Weekly payroll, commissions and superannuation
Process supplier invoices and oversee accounts payable in Xero
Bank reconciliations and monthly financial close
Preparation of monthly P&L and financial summaries
Compliance & Administration
Ensure full compliance with QLD trust legislation
Liaise with auditors, Directors, and internal stakeholders
Maintain organised financial records and documentation systems
Recommend and implement process improvements for efficiency and accuracy
About You
You are highly organized, detail-focused and confident working with numbers. You enjoy creating structure, improving systems, and ensuring a high level of accuracy and compliance.
You will be successful in this role if you have:
Previous trust accounting experience in real estate
Strong understanding of QLD trust account compliance
Experience with Xero, AgentBox & PropertyMe (or similar platforms)
Confidence managing payroll and business finance functions
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
A proactive, professional, team-focused approach
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