Real Estate Trust Accountant

C9 Teams

Real Estate Trust Accountant managing compliance of trust accounts under Australian legislation. Ensuring accurate financial records and supporting audits in the real estate sector.

Posted 6/15/2026full-timeRemote • 🇦🇺 AustraliaJuniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage daily trust accounting activities in compliance with state-based trust accounting regulations.
Process receipts, payments, reconciliations, and adjustments accurately and on time.
Prepare monthly trust account reconciliations and statutory reports.
Monitor trust transactions and ensure all entries are compliant and properly documented.
Resolve discrepancies and liaise with property managers and stakeholders where needed.
Support audits and provide required documentation promptly.
Maintain accurate financial records within PropertyMe and VaultRE.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as a Trust Accountant in the real estate industry.
Strong knowledge of Australian real estate trust accounting legislation and compliance requirements.
Proficiency in PropertyMe and VaultRE is essential.
High level of accuracy, time management, and financial discipline.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Diploma in Accounting, Bookkeeping, or related discipline.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off
Flexible work arrangements
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

trust accountingfinancial record keepingreconciliationsstatutory reportingdiscrepancy resolutionaudit support

Soft Skills

time managementaccuracyfinancial disciplinecommunicationproblem-solving

Certifications

Diploma in AccountingDiploma in Bookkeeping