Personal Assistant / Team Assistant

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Mid-sized Chartered Accounting firmCollaborative, inclusive workplace cultureSydney CBD Location

Accru Felsers is a globally focused, mid-tier Chartered Accounting firm with a proud history of excellence spanning more than 80 years. Established in 1941, we provide accounting, taxation, audit and financial advisory services to a diverse and impressive client base, including multinational and leading Australian businesses.

We are ranked 29th among Australia’s top accounting firms and are consistently recognised for outstanding client service through the AFR Client Choice Awards.

The opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and professional Personal Assistant to support one of our busy Partners within the Business Services & Management Accounting team. This role offers a unique opportunity located within a small, close-knit team you will provide an integral role in supporting the partner in a PA capacity, whilst also acting in the capacity of a Team Coordinator in providing administrative support to this small, very busy team.

The role

This position is responsible for providing comprehensive executive and team support to a busy Partner, including:

Extensive diary and schedule managementCoordinating meetings, travel and logisticsPreparing, processing and managing correspondenceManaging incoming client calls and emails with professionalismBuilding and maintaining strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders

Responsibilities

The role also includes corporate secretarial responsibilities. Experience in this area, or within an accounting or legal environment, will be highly regarded. Tasks include:

Preparation and lodgement of ASIC documentationPreparation of annual statementsAdministration and establishment of new companiesRegistration of ABN, TFN and GSTAssisting with ATO administration and compliance

Your Experience And Attributes

To be successful in this role, you must have experience within a similar role, ideally within a professional services or accounting environment. You will have a high level of professionalism and enjoy building and developing relationships with clients.

Furthermore, you will have a can-do attitude and display a proactive nature, you will work well under pressure whilst still paying attention to detail and keeping calm and retaining a sense of humour. You will have excellent English verbal and written communication skills. Outstanding organisational capability, time management and problem-solving skills will be required.

The ideal candidate will be a team player, who is happy to be part of the broader business and assist with relief reception coverage, answering telephones and providing support to other members of the PA team as required. You will be adaptable and can work with differing personalities and working styles, whilst providing first class customer service to clients and staff alike.

Experience with ASIC, the ATO Portal or Xero (preferred but not essential).

Our culture

At Accru Felsers, our people are talented, hardworking, sociable and diverse. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment where teamwork is valued and achievements are celebrated. Regular social events and activities help strengthen connections across the firm, and inclusiveness is fundamental to how we work. We are proud leaders in gender and cultural diversity within the accounting profession.

If you are passionate about providing high-quality support and are seeking an opportunity to grow within a collaborative and dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about our firm, please visit www.accrufelsers.com/careers.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter to Nicola Brown, HR Manager, at careers@accrusyd.com.au.

Please note, due to the anticipated high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank you for your interest in this opportunity.