Business Details
Expert Legal Industry Bookkeeping Services
The Trust Keeper is a specialist bookkeeping service dedicated to the legal industry, founded by Amanda Allen, a registered BAS Agent with over 25 years of experience in accounting and bookkeeping. Our expertise lies in providing tailored financial solutions for barristers, solicitors, and conveyancers, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements through services such as Trust Account Reconciliation, BAS preparation, payroll management, and audit readiness. We utilise industry-specific software including SILQ, LEAP, and Xero to streamline processes, while maintaining a commitment to ongoing professional development and insurance coverage. Our approach prioritises transparency, no-contract flexibility, and no minimum spend, supporting clients to maintain risk-free compliance and efficient financial operations.With a focus on the legal sector, we deliver customised training and system implementation to ensure seamless day-to-day account management and month-end processes. Our dedication to precision and client education ensures businesses remain audit-ready, with streamlined office procedures and accurate record-keeping. As an affiliate member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, we uphold professional standards and provide copies of certifications upon request. Our services extend to accounts payable and receivable, debt collection, and tailored support for barristers, ensuring confidentiality and professionalism in every engagement.
Services
Trust Account Reconciliation
BAS Preparation
Payroll Management
Audit Preparation
Accounts Receivable
Debt Collection
Month End Processes
Software Training
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting.
- Our team specialises in legal industry compliance and trust accounting.
- We ensure audit readiness with tailored system implementation and training.
- Our services utilise industry-specific software for streamlined operations.
- We operate with transparency, no contracts, and no minimum spend.
Associations and certifications
- Registered BAS Agent
- Institute of Certified Bookkeepers
Services
Trust Account Reconciliation
Trust Account Reconciliation ensures compliance with legal industry regulations through meticulous record-keeping and monthly audits. Our service identifies discrepancies, maintains accurate ledgers, and prepares accounts for regulatory inspections. Tailored for barristers, solicitors, and conveyancers, this service guarantees risk-free financial management and audit readiness.
BAS Preparation
BAS Preparation involves accurate calculation and lodgment of business activity statements, ensuring adherence to ATO requirements. We handle PAYG instalments, GST reporting, and payroll tax calculations. This service simplifies tax obligations for legal professionals, allowing them to focus on core operations while maintaining compliance.
Payroll Management
Payroll Management covers employee salary processing, superannuation contributions, and PAYG withholding. We ensure timely payments and compliance with employment laws. This service reduces administrative burdens for legal firms, ensuring accuracy in financial obligations and employee satisfaction.
Audit Preparation
Audit Preparation streamlines financial records to ensure readiness for regulatory examinations. We organise documentation, reconcile accounts, and implement efficient systems. This service minimises disruptions during audits and ensures legal firms meet industry standards without penalties.
Accounts Receivable
Accounts Receivable management includes invoicing, tracking payments, and debt recovery. We implement strategies to reduce overdue accounts and improve cash flow. This service ensures legal professionals receive timely payments while maintaining client relationships.
People
Amanda Allen
Founder & Registered BAS Agent
Amanda Allen has over 25 years of experience in bookkeeping and accounting, specialising in the legal industry for the past five years. As a registered BAS Agent and affiliate member of the Institute of Certified Bookkeepers, she ensures compliance and audit readiness for clients.
Questions
What bookkeeping services do you offer for legal professionals?
We provide trust account reconciliation, BAS preparation, payroll management, audit preparation, and accounts receivable services tailored to barristers, solicitors, and conveyancers.
Are you compliant with legal industry regulations?
Yes, our services ensure compliance with trust accounting regulations and ATO requirements, including monthly reconciliations and audit-ready documentation.
Do you offer software training for legal firms?
We provide training on industry-specific software like SILQ, LEAP, and Xero to streamline financial processes and ensure efficient account management.
What experience do you have in the legal sector?
We have five years of dedicated experience in the legal industry, supporting clients with compliance, payroll, and trust accounting needs.
Are there contracts or minimum spending requirements?
No, we operate with no contracts and no minimum spend, offering flexible support tailored to your business needs.
