Legal Accounts Assistant

Lawyers Weekly; Gold Coast City; Presencial; AUD 65.000 - 85.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lawyers Weekly on the Gold Coast is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to support daily financial operations within a reputable law firm. You will work closely with the Finance Manager to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and excellent internal service across banking, payroll, billing, and reporting.

Ideal candidates bring 2–3 years in accounts or bookkeeping, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with legal accounting systems such as Practice Evolve.

Formación

• Experience working in a law firm is essential.
• 2–3 years' experience in accounts or bookkeeping.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Solid Excel skills and familiarity with legal accounting systems.
• Ability to manage competing deadlines calmly and professionally.

Responsabilidades

• Daily banking reconciliations and EFT transactions.
• End-to-end weekly payroll processing with payroll tax reconciliation.
• Coordinating accounts payable and client invoicing.
• Monitoring aged debtors and preparing monthly reports for leadership.
• Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial tasks and reporting.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Legal accounting experience

Team player

Herramientas

Practice Evolve

Descripción del empleo

Are you an experiencedAccounts Assistant with a background in legal accounting? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded law firm on the Gold Coast, known for its collaborative team, long-standing reputation, and continued national growth.

Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day financial operations of the firm. Your responsibilities will span a broad range of accounting tasks, with a focus on accuracy, efficiency, and excellent internal service.

Key Responsibilities:

Banking & Financial Operations

• Daily reconciliation of firm bank accounts
• Managing EFT transactions and daily receipting
• Overseeing petty cash and credit card reconciliations

Payroll & Compliance

• End-to-end weekly payroll processing
• Superannuation and payroll tax reconciliation
• PAYG and compliance under relevant legislation

Billing & Accounts Payable

• Coordinating with legal teams to ensure timely client invoicing
• Managing accounts payable and processing office expenses

Debtors & Reporting

• Monitoring aged debtors and preparing monthly reports for leadership
• Supporting the Finance Manager with ad hoc financial tasks and reporting

About You:

To thrive in this role, you will bring:

• Experience working in a law firm (essential)
• 2–3 years' experience in an accounts or bookkeeping role
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
• Solid Excel skills and experience with legal accounting systems (Practice Evolve highly regarded)
• The ability to manage competing deadlines with a calm and professional approach
• A team-first attitude, with a willingness to help where needed

Why You Will Love This Role:

• Join a firm with a strong culture and national growth story
• Enjoy a modern office environment in the heart of the Gold Coast
• Be supported by a leadership team that values your contribution
• Access genuine long-term career development and progression