Address- Award winning national private practice
- A firm well known for its authentic and inclusive culture
- Flexible hybrid working culture
About the Company
Lander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and global reach. Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.
About the Role
The Trusts and Accounts team handles trusts transactions, accounts payable, accounts receivable, client investment accounts, and staff reimbursements.
As Accounts Officer you will play a key role in supporting the Accounts and Trusts team tasks with the efficient maintenance, reconciliation, and processing of transactions.
This role will work closely with the Reporting & Analysis Team, Credit Team, and practice groups.
Responsibilities
The is a hands-on role focused on:
- daily payments of creditor disbursements and payment of general suppliers
- handling of the accounts inbox for queries and resolution
- reconciliation of payment entries and supplier statements
- allocation of daily receipts and reconciliation in the system
- process credit card payments and staff reimbursements
- review and processing of fully approved claims
- setting up profiles and management of users
- trust receipts and payments including Trust to office and Office to Trust
- handling of dormant balances and unallocated receipts
- generating Month end reports
- set up, maintain investment accounts and controlled monies accounts
- reconciliation and month end reporting of CMA accounts
About You
- suitable candidates will bring demonstrated experience working in an account's role in a finance function.
- Law firm experience is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of general accounting processes
- A proficiency in data entry and a strong attention to detail
- Highly organised, able to plan and prioritise work to meet key deliverables and deadlines
- A passion for customer service
- intermediate Microsoft Office (word & excel) knowledge skills
- the ability to work through tasks and problems autonomously and exercise sound judgement on when to escalate
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, an ability to interact with people of all levels and establish strong relationships
- We welcome your focus on continuous improvement, driving efficiencies and a solution-oriented approach to your work
- A resilient nature and ability to handle ambiguity
- Learning agility - a willingness and ability to learn and develop new skills
- Able to maintain confidentiality of information
- A high level of integrity and a strong work ethic
- A collaborative team player who has a polite and respectful approach to liaising with clients and colleagues
Culture
People choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.
Benefits
- Purchase leave and paid parental leave
- Study support and secondment opportunities
- Opportunity to participate in the firm's Pro Bono & Community practice
- Award winning Wellness Program
How to apply
Submit your application by clicking APPLY or visit www.landers.com.au for more information.
Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.
We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
