Financial Accountant

A great career opportunity has arisen for a Financial Accountant to join our national Finance team based in Melbourne.

Mills Oakley is a leading national law firm with a proud history spanning over 160 years. In that time, we’ve grown into a Top 6 Australian law firm by size while remaining true to our shared vision of exceptional client service with a friendly and collaborative ethos. Mutual trust and respect are at the heart of everything we do.

The Role

A great career opportunity has arisen for a Financial Accountant to join our national Finance team in the Melbourne office. In this role you will be supporting the Finance Manager with key finance deliverables on a monthly basis and assisting the Finance Team providing back up and support to all areas.

The list below outlines some major accountabilities and deliverables:

• Produce accurate monthly management reports on a timely basis
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations
• Bank covenant reporting
• Complete monthly BAS and annual FBT return
• Ad-hoc reporting for management & partners
• Assist in the month end process
• Assist in the budgeting and forecasting process
• Gain an understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Trust Accounting in order to provide back up and assistance where required
• Quarterly ABS reporting
• Payment Times reporting

Who We Are Looking For

The successful applicant will be CA or CPA accredited or be working towards it, with a minimum of two years experience working in an accounting role.

Key competencies:

• Excellent attention to detail ensuring accuracy of work, produced in a timely manner
• Good understanding of accounting principles and their application
• Ability to complete BAS returns and an understanding of FBT principles
• Demonstrates a good knowledge of systems and processes internally and externally
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel
• Prioritise competing tasks sensibly after discussion with the relevant stakeholders
• Plans and organises work effectively and efficiently
• Builds effective working relationships
• Commits to working towards team success
• Contributes towards team morale and a positive work environment

What We Offer

We take a collaborative approach to your learning & development, giving you the personal attention and unique opportunities required to help you realise your full potential. We are committed to your health and well-being and offer a multitude of employee benefits including:

• Flexible working;
• Dress for your day;
• Discounted health insurance;
• Employee Assistance Program;
• Discounts to gyms and studios across Australia;
• Study and exam leave;
• Competitive referral bonus; and
• Other amazing perks!

All applications must include a CV and Cover Letter addressed to the Talent Acquisition team and submitted online via our Careers page.

Job Details

Melbourne

05-06-2026