Summary: Seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Management Accountant to manage finances for a law firm, hotel, and associated trust, offering variety and ownership. Highlights: 1. Own the numbers in a modern, virtual law firm with varied responsibilities 2. Gain specialist experience in trust and legal accounting systems 3. Work with a small, friendly team where your contribution matters Management Accountant – Xero & Trust Accounting 12‑Month Fixed Term (Maternity Cover) Albany, Auckland | Start date: 5 January 2026 Are you one of the best in your field and ready to own the numbers in a modern, virtual law firm? Ross Holmes Virtual Lawyers Limited is looking for an experienced, hands‑on Management Accountant (3+ years’ experience) with strong Xero skills to step into a key role while our current Management Accountant is on 12 months’ maternity leave. You’ll be the go‑to person for our finances across our law firm, a boutique Cook Islands hotel, and an associated trust – supporting our small, friendly legal team who genuinely appreciate what you do. About the role Based in our Albany office, you’ll have real ownership and variety in your day. Your work will include: Law firm trust accounting * Managing our trust account using Clio trust accounting software * Law firm office accounts (New Zealand) + Xero accounting * GST returns * Monthly and annual financial statements * Payroll processing using Xero Payroll Boutique Cook Islands hotel * Full Xero accounting * VAT returns * Financial reporting and statements Associated Trust * Xero accounts * GST returns * Financial statements You’ll work closely with our Managing Director and receive full training on our systems, including Clio and our trust accounting processes. This is a fixed-term role for 12 months, covering maternity leave. About you You’re enthusiastic, dependable and proud of getting things right, on time. You enjoy improving how things are done, not just ticking boxes. You’ll ideally bring: * Solid accounting experience (3+ years) * Strong, confident Xero skills * High level of computer literacy and ease with cloud software * Excellent attention to detail and time management * Integrity, discretion and genuine respect for confidentiality * A flexible, “roll up your sleeves” attitude Nice to have (but not essential): * Experience with trust accounting * Experience working in a law firm If you haven’t used Clio or legal trust accounting before, don’t worry – we’ll provide full training for the right person. Why join us? * Small, friendly team – you’re not a number here; your work genuinely matters * Interesting, varied work across a law firm, hotel and trust * Specialist skills – gain experience in trust and legal accounting systems * Modern, cloud‑based systems – Xero, Clio and other cloud tools * Convenient Albany location – avoid the CBD grind How to apply *Please email your CV and a brief cover letter to: lindaz@rossholmes.co.nz Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so please apply promptly.
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