Finance Manager

Marino Law; Gold Coast City; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 160.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Marino Law, a leading Gold Coast law firm, seeks an experienced Finance Manager to oversee office and trust accounting, payroll, and compliance from their Mermaid Beach office.

You will own the firm's financial management in a fast‑paced environment, driving accurate reporting, BAS/GST lodgements, and cashflow forecasting while coordinating with external accountants and auditors.

Formación

• 4+ years' experience in accounts/finance within a law firm (essential).
• Strong background in administering solicitor’s trust account (essential).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (essential).
• Experience using LEAP legal software (highly regarded).
• Accounting degree or equivalent (highly regarded).

Responsabilidades

• Manage firm's financial functions including office and trust accounting, banking, and compliance.
• Perform daily and end-of-month reconciliations (office and trust).
• Handle payroll, superannuation, PAYG/payroll tax reconciliations.
• Prepare and lodge BAS and GST, manage cashflow, and forecast.
• Coordinate trust audits and liaise with external accountant and auditor.
• Support general administrative duties as required.

Conocimientos

Trust accounting

Excel

Law-firm finance

Communication

Educación

Accounting degree

Herramientas

LEAP

Descripción del empleo

FINANCE MANAGER | LEGAL TRUST ACCOUNTING

HIRING NOW!

Are you an experienced legal Finance Manager ready for your next role?

Marino Law, a leading, multi-award winning, full-service Gold Coast law firm, is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to join our team in Mermaid Beach. In this key role, you will take ownership of the firm's financial management, trust accounting compliance and payroll functions.

After 7 years, our finance manager is winding back towards retirement. We are looking for a hands-on, detail-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is innovative and has strong background in legal accounts and trust accounting to take ownership of the role.

Your Role

• Managing the firm's financial functions including office and trust accounting, banking, and adherence to QLS trust compliance requirements
• Daily and end of month bank reconciliations (office and trust)
• Daily receipting and EFT payments
• Billing, WIP reporting and debtor management
• Preparation of EOM and EOFY reports
• Processing payroll, superannuation and PAYG/payroll tax reconciliations
• Preparation and lodgement of quarterly BAS and GST
• Cashflow management and forecasting
• Financial governance including coordinating trust audits
• Liaising with the firm's external accountant and auditor
• Other reasonable administrative duties as required

About You

• 4+ years' experience working in accounts/finance role within a law firm (essential)
• Strong background in administering solicitor’s trust account (essential)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (essential)
• Experience using LEAP legal software (highly regarded)
• Accounting degree or equivalent experience (highly regarded)
• Exceptional attention to detail, strong time management, and the ability to work to deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a professional, team-oriented approach

What makes Marino Law a great place to work?

This is a great opportunity for an experienced legal finance professional to take ownership of the finance function at a highly credentialed boutique law firm, in a collegial, friendly and professional team. We offer spacious offices and regular social activities. A competitive package is on offer commensurate with the experience you bring.

About Marino Law

Based in Mermaid Beach, Marino Law is a leading, multi-award winning, full-service law firm servicing clients Australia-wide and dedicated to achieving results and exceeding expectations.