Legal Accounts Assistant

Legal Accounts Assistant

Lawyers Weekly | Gold Coast City, Queensland, AU

Posted a month ago

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Description

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

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