Accounting firm in Port Macquarie seeking an office administrator / receptionist. The position is full-time. We are looking for an office person who is committed to a career in administration and client / customer support in a pleasant environment.

Using your admin skills, you will provide support to the accountants and ensure that a range of tasks are completed on time. You will also provide reception duties by answering telephones, emails and greeting our friendly clients who regularly attend our office.

Ideal candidate:

Strong administrative, organisational and time management skills

Strong verbal and written communications skills are non-negotiable

Attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to multitask, prioritise and meet deadlines

Strong computer and typing skills

Previous Reception and Customer Service Experience

Friendly and welcoming manner and professional presentation

Engaging personality that will see you attending to client queries rather than deferring them to others in the firm

Sound knowledge in the Microsoft office suite

Willingness to learn, show initiative and be a positive and proactive team player

Current Driver's License is required for occasional errands

Desirable:

Experience in an accounting firm

Experience in accounting software packages, Xero, MYOB, etc

Familiarity with ATO Portal and general ATO correspondence

Duties and responsibilities

Collating tax returns for presentation to clients in hard copy and electronic format

Answering email and telephone queries and following up responses with the accountants

Collecting and processing incoming and outgoing mail

Electronic Lodgements

Receiving payments from clients and reconciling EFTPOS Receipts

Workflow management

Preparing documents and interview packs for accountants' meetings with client

Scanning and filing

Maintaining Office Appearance

Grocery and stationery orders

Other tasks as required to assist the Office Manager, the Principal, accountants and clients

We require a covering letter and CV/Resume to be included in your application.