About BDO

At BDO Australia, our why is ‘empowering people, realising possibilities’. One way we bring this to life is by hiring and developing exceptional talent, to deliver on our wide array of audit, tax and advisory services.

About The Role

We are currently seeking a Team Assistant in a 12-month maternity cover position to support one of our busy Business Service teams in the Sydney office. This is a great opportunity to work in a vibrant team, who are highly experienced and professional, servicing a wide range of domestic and international clients. The position will provide administration support to three Business Services Partners and 15 staff. Ideally, we would want the successful candidate to start in early October for an efficient handover.

Key Duties And Responsibilities

Day to day administrative assistance to the team of 15 and 3 Partners, reporting to the Executive Assistant
General correspondence
Database maintenance (setting up new records, updating existing records)
Distribution of mail (both physical and through ATO Mate, an electronic ATO tool)
Assisting with the preparation of engagement letters and proposals
Processing conflict checks, and required compliance forms
Assist with monthly invoicing
Diary and room booking management
Timesheets entries for Partners
Retrieve information when requested from Infotrack, ASIC and archived files Database management
Credit card and expense reconciliation
Lodgement of tax returns in Xero
General filing duties
Generating reports and searches using our online tools
Assist with corporate secretarial work i.e. preparation of forms, processing of annual ASIC reviews
Help organise team events, client meetings and functions
Scanning/photocopying
General filing
Ad-hoc tasks

Skills/Attributes Required

Excellent communication and time management skills with high level of accuracy and organisation.
Strong attention to detail
An ability to meet strict deadlines and work collaboratively in a team. An excellent work ethic is required.
A highly professional approach to all tasks, acting with integrity and responsibility to build a positive profile within the firm.
A driven, confident, proactive manner and willingness to learn.
Creates rapport to build professional relationships, is approachable and always willing to help.
Responsible and mature attitude
Is able to make decisions at the appropriate level and uses judgement to address issues. G
Is able to manage work autonomously to the relevant level, and its proactive in seeking out answers or further advise when required

Qualifications And Experience Required

Ideally 3+ years administrative experience (Within professional services desirable).
Advanced knowledge and skills using the Microsoft Office suite, in particular Word, PowerPoint and Excel.

Why BDO?

Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.

Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.

Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.

We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.

Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, free breakfast, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.

Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.

With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.

Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive). We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer by the Diversity Council of Australia and an Employer of Choice by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).

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