Legal Accounts Manager

The Role

Reporting directly to the COO and Partners, you will manage end‑to‑end finance operations across the firm. Duties will include:

• Oversee all financial functions including billing, reporting, and audits
• Manage trust accounts in line with compliance requirements
• Handling accounts payable and receivable, including debtor management
• Process payroll via Xero, including super and tax obligations
• Manage corporate credit cards and reconcile expenses
• Prepare financial reports and provide insights to Partners
• Work within LEAP practice management system

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Proven experience in a similar role in a law firm
• Strong background in trust accounting (essential)
• Confidence working autonomously and managing end‑to‑end accounts
• Accounting degree would be highly regarded but not essential

The Firm – Benefits & Environment

Well‑established law firm of 35 staff that offers a supportive, professional environment where your expertise will be highly valued.

• Up to $120K package, depending on experience
• 1 day WFH after settling‑in period
• Brisbane or Gold Coast location options
• Opportunity to step into a trusted, standalone finance role with direct Partner engagement

Apply

Please click on the ‘Apply for this job’ button or email View email address on au.fitly.work direct. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion regarding this role or to explore other career opportunities, please contact:

Kim Kerrigan
Ref No:  KK1626365
Email: View email address on au.fitly.work
Phone: View phone number on au.fitly.work (please click on my phone number or email address to access my full contact details)
Reference number: 1626365
Profession:Accounting & FinanceAccounting & Finance

Company: empire group
Date posted: 14th Jul, 2026