Financial Accounting Specialist

1 week ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia AFL Recruitment Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Financial Accounting Specialist to join our team at a thriving commercial law firm in Sydney. As the only internal accountant, you will be responsible for taking ownership of the firm's entire accounting function.

This is a fantastic opportunity to advance your career with a reputable and successful organization that offers a dynamic and supportive work environment.

About the Role

In this key role, you will be responsible for:

  • Managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, financial reporting, reconciliations, trust accounting, budgets, forecasts, cash flows, PAYG, payroll, variance analysis, superannuation, BAS, and GST;
  • Ensuring corporate governance and regulatory compliance, including Law Society trust account audits, and renewing/managing insurances (workers compensation, Law Society professional indemnity, fire/theft/property);
  • Providing value-add commercial/business input as required.
About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A degree or diploma in accounting/bookkeeping, preferably CA/CPA qualified or studying/partly qualified;
  • A minimum of 4-10+ years' broad hands-on accounting experience as an accountant or bookkeeper;
  • Experience working in a law/accounting firm with trust accounts experience;
  • High accuracy/attention to detail with high commercial acumen;
  • Possession of AFFINITY legal accounting software skills is desirable;
  • The ability to thrive in a busy multi-tasking environment.
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary range of $85,000-$100,000, a down-to-earth and mature culture, a supportive and friendly boss, healthy work-life balance, and opportunities for career advancement.



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