Job Overview

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Legal Bookkeeper  to support the Finance Manager in managing day-to-day accounting operations, with a strong emphasis on trust account compliance and accurate financial reporting. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, confidentiality, and the ability to work within legal accounting frameworks using proprietary systems.

Client Overview

Our client is a professional services firm operating within the legal and accounting space, providing structured financial management support with a strong focus on compliance, accuracy, and trust account integrity. Their finance team works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure all financial operations meet strict regulatory and reporting standards.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM AEST, with 1 hour unpaid break (40 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Assist the Finance Manager with trust account management, ensuring accurate reconciliation and compliance with legal accounting standards
• Perform daily bookkeeping tasks including bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance
• Maintain accurate financial records using proprietary legal accounting software (Affinity)
• Support month-end and year-end closing processes to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy and consistency
• Identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in financial data
• Ensure all financial records are maintained in line with internal controls and compliance requirements
• Support ongoing financial reporting and administrative accounting functions

Requirements

• Minimum 4+ years of bookkeeping or accounting experience, ideally within professional services or legal environments
• Strong understanding of core accounting principles (degree-level accounting knowledge preferred)
• Experience with accounting systems such as Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks
• Ability to quickly adapt to proprietary systems (Affinity or similar platforms)
• High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive financial information with discretion
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage recurring financial processes

Independent Contractor Perks

• Health Insurance Coverage for eligible locations
• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.