Trust Account Assistant
Tompkins Wake · 51-200 employees
What the role involves
- Processing transactions
- Assisting settlements
- Supporting compliance
What they ask for
NZ-based experience in accounts, finance, or administration; strong attention to detail; organizational skills; willingness to learn; confidence with Excel; eligibility to work full-time permanently in New Zealand.
About the job
Trust Account Assistant
Fulltime - Permanent - Hamilton
Join a respected, award-winning law firm and become part of a supportive team where you'll gain valuable experience, develop your skills and make a real contribution.
We're looking for a motivated and detail oriented Trust Account Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our trust account. Reporting to the Trust Account Team Lead, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues who will support you as you learn and grow in the role.
About the Role
This is a varied role where accuracy, organisation and teamwork are key. Your responsibilities will include:
- Processing trust account transactions, client payments and receipting.
- Assisting with residential and commercial property settlements.
- Supporting trust account administration, including IBDs, dormant balances, RWT certificates and interest calculations.
- Assisting with billing, reporting and compliance activities.
- Providing general support across the wider Finance team as needed.
About You
You'll be organised, reliable and enjoy working with numbers. We're looking for someone who has some experience in accounts or administration and is keen to develop their skills further.
Ideally, you'll bring:
- NZ based experience in accounts, finance or a similar administrative role.
- Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
- A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
- Confidence using Excel and picking up new systems.
- A positive, collaborative attitude and commitment to great service.
NZ based experience in trust accounting, legal or professional services would be an advantage. We're equally interested in someone with a great attitude, a good foundation in accounts and a willingness to learn.
Why Tompkins Wake?
At Tompkins Wake, we believe great people do their best work when they're trusted, supported and given opportunities to grow.
You'll join a friendly, collaborative Finance team where your contribution is valued and your development is encouraged. We offer a modern workplace, a positive team culture, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to build your career within a leading New Zealand law firm.
Apply Now
If you're looking to take the next step in your finance or accounting career, we'd love to hear from you. You must be eligible to work fulltime permanently in NZ.
Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.
Applications close Monday, 2 November 2026.