Portfolio Trust & Property Administrator

Essential HR; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Essential HR is seeking a detail‑oriented accounting professional to manage trust accounting and property administration across commercial portfolios. You will work with Property Managers and the trust account team to maintain accurate records, process leases, and support stakeholders.

The role requires a degree or diploma in accounting, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Excel. You will contribute to budget preparation and ensure compliance with trust accounting policies in a

Qualifications

• Degree or diploma in Accounting is required.
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting.
• Experience with trust accounting or property management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily trust accounting activities, including receipting, bank reconciliations, and payment processing.
• Process accounts payable invoices and coordinate payments to creditors and property owners.
• Maintain accurate property, tenant and financial records in the property management system.
• Process and update lease records, including new leases, renewals, assignments, terminations, and rent reviews.
• Prepare tenant invoices, arrears notices and tenancy adjustments.
• Assist Property Managers with client, tenant, and contractor enquiries.
• Assist Property Managers with annual budgets and outgoings reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with trust accounting policies and procedures.
• Contribute to improvements in accounting and property management processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Numerical accuracy

Analytical thinking

Time management

Communication skills

Organisation

Proactive approach

Education

Degree or diploma in Accounting

Tools

Excel

Job description

Essential HR is seeking a detail‑oriented accounting professional to manage trust accounting and property administration across commercial portfolios. You will work with Property Managers and the trust account team to maintain accurate records, process leases, and support stakeholders.

The role requires a degree or diploma in accounting, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in Excel. You will contribute to budget preparation and ensure compliance with trust accounting policies in a