Trust Accountant

Job Title

Trust Accountant

Job Description Summary

The Trust Accountant will be responsible for the financial control and reporting of trust accounts across Australian states and is accountable for ensuring all trust accounts are managed in compliance with the regulatory requirements.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage trust account transactions daily using JDE

• Preparation of monthly bank reconciliation reports for Licensee approval

• Maintenance of the Bank Reconciliation Control Sheet â“ KPI

• Process trust receipts, payments, and transfers

• Manage the annual trust account audits, including liaison with auditors, regulators and C&W management

• Ensure compliance with internal control structures, and that work produced it to a high-quality standard

• Regulatory compliance reporting

• Other ad hoc activities & project involvement

Background and Experience

• The successful candidate will have detailed knowledge and experience with the regulatory compliance requirements relating to Property Agents and Trust Accounts. 3+ years in a similar previous role.

• The role requires individuals who are experienced with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Financial Reporting.

• Business partnering experience from working with business and support teams will be beneficial.

• Experience in dealing with outsourced providers and managing their performance is highly desirable.

• Experience in procedure and process ownership, change and continuous improvement is highly desirable.

Occupation specific capabilities:

• Tertiary Finance qualification

• Knowledge of the regulatory requirements for Property Agents and Trust Accounts

• 3+ yearsâ™ experience

• Strong IT skills

• High proficiency in MS Excel

• Exposure to JDE and Blackline preferred

Preferred Requirements:

• Permanent Resident (preferred)

• Location: Canberra is preferred, but we are open to considering applicants based in Melbourne.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield?

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from

• Being part of a growing global company that is committed to Diversity and Inclusion

• Offer a unique opportunity to grow professionally and take on a leadership position. Youâ™ll have the chance to build and lead a team, guiding them to success while shaping your own career trajectory.

• This position provides an exciting opportunity to transition into a corporate setting. Whether you're coming from a different industry or looking to broaden your experience, this role offers a clear path to diversify your expertise.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but everyday. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. As part of our ongoing commitment to RAP, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island Islanders are highly encouraged to join us!

We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us.

We are committed to keeping you, our workplaces and our client spaces safe & healthy.

As an equal opportunity employer, Cushman & Wakefield encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates to apply. Cushman & Wakefield promotes safety at all times. INCO: âœCushman & Wakefieldâ