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Administration - Trust Accountant Real Estate Office (Hockingstuart Bankstown) Join a leading real estate agency with a reputation for integrity, innovation, and exceptional client service. At Hockingstuart Bankstown, we take pride in delivering seamless property experiences and our Trust Accountant plays a vital role in ensuring the financial operations behind the scenes are just as precise and professional as the service we deliver to our clients. The Role Reporting to our Director, you will be responsible for the accurate management of our trust accounts and financial compliance processes across both sales and property management. Key Responsibilities Manage daily trust account transactions, ensuring compliance with legislative and agency requirements Process receipts, disbursements, and deposits for sales and rental trust accounts Complete daily, mid-month, and end-of-month reconciliations accurately and on schedule Prepare and maintain financial statements, ledgers, and reporting documentation Handle settlements, bonds, and vendor payments in line with industry regulations Liaise with property managers, sales consultants, and external auditors as required Assist in audit preparation and respond to audit queries efficiently Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and strengthen financial controls Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant trust accounting legislation and software About You You are an organised, detail-oriented professional who thrives on accuracy and compliance. You take pride in maintaining financial integrity and are confident communicating with both internal teams and external partners. To Be Successful In This Role, You Will Bring Previous experience in trust accounting within the real estate industry (essential) Strong understanding of NSW trust accounting legislation and compliance standards Proficiency in property management and accounting software (e.g. Property Tree, Console, PropertyMe or similar) Excellent attention to detail and time management skills Strong communication and problem-solving abilities A proactive and team-oriented approach to work Requirements Class 2 or above Real Estate Licence Experience supporting both sales and property management trust accounts Why Join Us Competitive salary package A supportive work environment with approachable leadership Opportunities for professional development and ongoing training Convenient office location in the heart of Bankstown If you are ready to bring your accounting expertise to a respected and growing real estate agency, we would love to hear from you. Seniority level Entry level Employment type Full-time Job function Accounting/Auditing and Finance #J-18808-Ljbffr