Finance Manager

Your new company

An established and growing professional services firm is seeking an experienced Finance Manager to oversee financial operations, trust accounting compliance, management reporting, payroll, and general accounting functions.

This is a hands-on role offering variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to work closely with senior leadership while contributing to the ongoing success of a highly regarded business.

Your new role

Prepare monthly management reports including P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow and KPI reporting

Manage multi-entity accounting and reporting

Assist with budgeting and forecasting

Oversee trust account receipting, payments and reconciliations

Manage billing, invoicing and debtor management

Perform bank reconciliations across trust and office accounts

Ensure compliance with legal trust accounting requirements

Assist with trust account audits and regulatory reporting

Liaise with external accountants and auditors

Manage BAS preparation and general accounts administration

Process payroll, STP and PAYG obligations

Support year-end financial reporting and compliance activities

What you'll need

Previous experience in a legal finance or legal accounts role

Strong understanding of legal trust accounting requirements

Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills

Strong organisational and time management abilities

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills

Desirable Experience

Experience with Xero, Smokeball and/or Employment Hero

Relevant accounting, finance or business qualifications

What you'll get in return

Hybrid working arrangements

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Broad and varied responsibilities

Opportunity to work closely with leadership

Competitive salary package

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV to [email protected] or phone: Ph: 0404 305 351.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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