We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Administration/Receptionist to join our professional accounting firm in Port Adelaide. The role will work as part of our Administration team, providing support to our close-knit and collaborative team of like-minded individuals.

Our firm promotes an open management style with team member involvement and supports a professional and social environment.

You will be provided with ongoing training and receive opportunities to develop both professionally and technically.

Your day to day role will include, but is not limited to:

• Client liaison/Reception – answering & redirecting telephone calls, greeting & assisting clients in person, booking appointments. Developing client relationships.
• Processing client correspondence, preparing letters/emails and daily mail duties.
• ATO lodgements and related documentation. Liaising with the ATO.
• Banking and receipt of payments. Debt collection – following up outstanding debts.
• Scanning, filing, maintaining electronic document storage.
• Managing and updating client database information.
• Collating & sending financial reports and tax returns.
• General office administration support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

About you:

You will have a good degree of competency in client services and solid administration skills from your previous experience.

You will have the ability to prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

You will possess strong written and verbal communication skills with a can do attitude.

Key requirements:

• Previous administration and reception in an accounting firm is preferred.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Accounting software skills – MYOB AE/AO (ideal but not essential).
• Excellent communicator with a strong understanding of the importance of a positive customer experience.
• Tech savvy and able to adapt to new systems.
• Excellent written, oral and client-facing communication skills
• Attention to detail is a must.
• Great time management and organisational skills.
• A positive attitude and eager to show initiative.
• Resilient and able to adapt to changing priorities.
• Enjoy variety and be interested in a long-term opportunity supporting a collaborative team

Job benefits and perks

You will be joining a genuine, professional and friendly team who enjoy working together.

We set reasonable budgets and care about getting the job done right and ensuring clients are happy.

We are realistic about work/life balance and compensate our staff for their extra time and efforts through July to October.

Application process:

If you feel you have the required attributes for this role, please forward us your resume together with a covering letter outlining what you can offer our firm by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.

Due to the high volume of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.