At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage accounts, perform reconciliations, and assist with reception duties in a friendly legal practice.
- Company: Join Tonkin Drysdale Partners, a supportive and professional legal team.
- Benefits: Part-time hours with flexibility and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity to work autonomously while being part of a friendly team.
- Why this job: Perfect for detail-oriented individuals wanting to grow their accounting skills in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: Must have previous accounts experience and proficiency in LEAP and Xero software.
The predicted salary is between 2925 - 3575 $ per month.
Are you an experienced accounts professional looking for a part-time role in a friendly and professional legal practice? Tonkin Drysdale Partners is seeking a reliable, organised and experienced Accounts Officer to join our team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong accounting skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage their workload independently while also working collaboratively with the wider team.
In addition to accounts duties, the position will involve some reception responsibilities, including assisting with incoming calls and answering overflow calls when reception is busy.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting with accounts receivable and accounts payable
- Performing bank reconciliations
- Assisting with company credit cards and reconciling transactions
- Assisting with and reconciling trust and office bank accounts
- Assisting with debtor accounts and following up outstanding payments
- Undertaking debt collection when required
- Processing payments, receipts and invoices accurately
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring accounts are kept up to date
- Providing general accounts and administrative support as required
- Undertaking occasional reception duties and assisting with incoming calls
- Answering overflow telephone calls when reception is busy and directing enquiries to the appropriate staff member
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience in an account's role is essential
- Proficiency in LEAP or similar legal practice management software is essential
- Proficiency in Xero or similar accounting software is essential
- Experience managing trust and office accounts
- Strong knowledge of accounts payable, receivable and bank reconciliations
- Experience with debt collection and managing outstanding accounts
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- A professional and friendly telephone manner
- Ability to work autonomously and take initiative, while also contributing positively to a team
- Willingness to assist with reception duties and support other team members when required
Hours: 9.00 am - 5.00 pm, with some flexibility
Location: Woy Woy, NSW
Accounts Officer employer: Tonkin Drysdale Partners
Tonkin Drysdale Partners offers a collaborative workplace culture with strong administrative and legal support, allowing employees to manage a diverse caseload autonomously. The firm is recognized for its commitment to professional growth and flexibility, making it an attractive employer for experienced legal professionals. With a focus on high-quality local clients, the firm provides opportunities for meaningful work in family law.
