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Trust Account Administrator

Brisbane, Queensland 4000, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Manage deposit, holding, and disbursement of funds in line with agreed terms and authorisation.
  • Daily receipting of bank statements and preparing/issuing receipts for deposits and payments.
  • Set up new accounts in ActionStep and confirm details against the CRM.

Role Type

Permanent • Full-time • Entry Level

Description

​Master Builders is the peak industry association representing the building and construction sector in Queensland.  Offering a variety of services to support our members, we have an exciting opportunity for a finance administrator to join our team, playing a key role in the operations of our Master Builders Holding Account.  

Designed to manage and protect funds throughout the building process, the holding account is typically used to hold progress payments, retention amounts, or disputed funds, ensuring that monies are appropriately allocated and safeguarded throughout the construction process.

In overseeing the operations of the account, your key responsibilities will include:

  • Daily receipting of the bank statement.
  • Setting up of new accounts in ActionStep, confirming details against our CRM.
  • Handling general enquiries from members and/or consumers.
  • Depositing, holding, and disbursing funds in line with agreed terms and authorisation.
  • Ensuring proper authorisation for fund releases.
  • Preparing and issuing receipts for deposits and payments.
  • Maintaining proper records and reports for auditing and transparency.
  • Referring technical building matters to our internal subject matter experts.

To be successful in this role, you’ll need:

  • Basic understanding of financial principles such as accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliation.
  • Familiarity with trust account administration and understanding of how funds are tracked and allocated.
  • Capacity to identify discrepancies in financial records and take steps to resolve them.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • A genuine passion for delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Prior experience using ActionStep would be beneficial.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 

Why join Master Builders?

It’s our brand – established in 1882 and with more than 10,000 members, we represent some of Australia’s largest and most successful builders. Our 9 offices are home to over 130 staff across the State, who seek to influence positive change and provide support to our members across a variety of disciplines including workplace health and safety, technical, contract management and industrial relations.

In return we aim to be ‘more than just a job’. Providing that balance between work and life, you can look forward to enjoying:

  • A day off on your birthday
  • 10 paid YOU days per year to rest and recharge (yes, that’s on top of your usual leave entitlement)
  • WFH 1 day per week
  • Free inner-city parking
  • A competitive super scheme to help boost your retirement savings
  • 8 weeks paid parental leave
  • On-site brekky each day

Keen to join the team?  We would love to hear from you. Please submit a resume and covering letter outlining why this is the role for you.