Trust Accounting Administrator (10-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Equity Trustees Ltd; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave 16 weeks

Central CBD location

Flexible/Hybrid working environment

Job summary

Equity Trustees Ltd in Australia is seeking a Trust Accounting Administrator on a 10-month fixed-term contract to support the Trust Accounting Operations team with processing trust-related payments. This hands-on role focuses on entering and processing payment information accurately within required timeframes.

Joining a team of six, you will handle a high daily payment workload while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance, contributing to a culture of accountability and

Qualifications

• Experience in administration, data entry, accounts administration, banking operations, payment processing or a similar role.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume tasks.
• Ability to maintain focus and accuracy while working to daily deadlines.
• Strong computer skills and confidence working across multiple systems.
• A positive, team-oriented approach.
• Experience using NAB Online is highly regarded but not essential as training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Process and enter a high volume of payment transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Support the Trust Accounting team with day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Ensure all payment information is entered correctly and meets required standards.
• Follow established procedures and process documentation.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily processing deadlines.
• Identify and escalate any discrepancies or issues as required.
• Contribute to a culture of accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement

Skills

Administration

Data entry

Accounts administration

Banking operations

Payment processing

NAB Online

Tools

NAB Online

Job description

Trust Accounting Administrator (10-Month Fixed-Term Contract)

Support a high-performing Trust Accounting team and play a key role in ensuring payments are processed accurately and efficiently.

02nd November, 2026

At Equity Trustees, we are committed to helping people take care of their financial futures and the futures of those they care for. We are currently seeking a Trust Accounting Administrator to join our Trust Accounting team on a 10-month fixed-term contract, covering a period of parental leave.
Reporting to the Manager, Trust Accounting, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys administration, data entry, and working within structured, high-volume processes. If you have excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Trust Accounting Administrator, you will provide administrative support to our Trust Accounting Operations team, with a primary focus on processing trust-related payments.
This is a hands-on role where the majority of your day will be spent entering and processing payment information, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and within required timeframes.
Working within a team of six, you will play an important role in helping the team manage a high volume of daily payment activity while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities

• Process and enter a high volume of payment transactions accurately and efficiently
• Support the Trust Accounting team with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Ensure all payment information is entered correctly and meets required standards
• Follow established procedures and process documentation
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily processing deadlines
• Identify and escalation any discrepancies or issues as required
• Contribute to a culture of accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement

02nd November, 2026

At Equity Trustees, we are committed to helping people take care of their financial futures and the futures of those they care for. We are currently seeking a Trust Accounting Administrator to join our Trust Accounting team on a 10-month fixed-term contract, covering a period of parental leave.
Reporting to the Manager, Trust Accounting, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys administration, data entry, and working within structured, high-volume processes. If you have excellent attention to detail and take pride in producing accurate work, we'd love to hear from you.
About the Role
As a Trust Accounting Administrator, you will provide administrative support to our Trust Accounting Operations team, with a primary focus on processing trust-related payments.
This is a hands-on role where the majority of your day will be spent entering and processing payment information, ensuring transactions are completed accurately and within required timeframes.
Working within a team of six, you will play an important role in helping the team manage a high volume of daily payment activity while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities

• Process and enter a high volume of payment transactions accurately and efficiently
• Support the Trust Accounting team with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Ensure all payment information is entered correctly and meets required standards
• Follow established procedures and process documentation
• Maintain accurate records and documentation
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet daily processing deadlines
• Identify and escalation any discrepancies or issues as required
• Contribute to a culture of accuracy, accountability and continuous improvement

About You
To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Previous experience in administration, data entry, accounts administration, banking operations, payment processing or a similar role
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage repetitive, high-volume tasks
• The ability to maintain focus and accuracy while working to daily deadlines
• Strong computer skills and confidence working across multiple systems
• A positive, team-oriented approach
• Experience using online banking platforms, particularly NAB Online will be highly regarded but is not essential as training will be provided

What We Offer

• A warm, open, and supportive culture
• We are proud to be part of the Top 30 Best Workplaces to Giveback 2025
• 16 weeks paid parental leave for the primary carer
• Great central CBD location, modern office fit-out and end-of-trip facilities
• Flexible/Hybrid working environment

About Us
Equity Trustees was established in 1888 and is now one of Australia's largest specialist trustee companies. We help our clients grow, manage and protect their wealth now and for future generations. As a trustee company, we are responsible for always acting in our clients' best interests, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and cared for.
We are committed to providing a workplace that is flexible, rewarding, and supportive of individual development. Just as you will help us grow our business, we will help you grow in your career.
Equity Trustees is over 145 years strong and growing.