Team Assistant

About SRJ Walker Wayland

SRJ Walker Wayland is an accounting and advisory firm dedicated to building genuine relationships with our clients and staff utilising a holistic business approach to achieve both business and personal goals.

We are an expanding Queensland based firm with a team of approximately 75 people across our locations in Brendale and on the Sunshine Coast, as well as an offshore team. Our firm positions strategic planning as one of its core offerings guiding the elements of Tax, Audit and Accounting. The SRJ Walker Wayland team services SME's, non-profit organisations, corporations, partnerships and individuals across areas of Accounting, Audit & Assurance, Business Solutions and Business Advisory.

Being part of the Walker Wayland Australasia network means SRJ Walker Wayland employees have access to resources and advice from members in other accounting firms across Australia and New Zealand which is beneficial in assisting our clients across many areas and including those we may not necessarily specialise in.

We are truly unique and offer everything that you would expect from a city work environment, with the lifestyle advantage of working close to home. As we work in a cloud-based environment, we also offer work from home flexibility after an initial settling in period. As a part of working in a dynamic and innovative firm, you will be provided with all the essential elements you need to achieve your career goals. We pride ourselves on having a great team which align with our values, which has contributed to our continuous success and growth over the years.

About the role:

We are currently seeking a full-time Team Assistant to join our team based at Brendale. This is a varied role where you are ultimately responsible for exceptional client service delivery both internally and externally. In this role, you will provide support for your partner and a business services team. The successful candidate will have a proactive attitude where you are eager to show initiative and can be flexible with your daily workflow. You will work in a small team of accountants who work both in the office and remotely.

Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for this position.

Previous experience within an accounting firm is highly desirable for this position, as is experience with Xero Practice Management and cloud-based technologies within an accounting firm.

To be successful in this role, you will require:

• Minimum of 4 years' experience working in a similar role, with previous experience in a professional services or financial services firm highly desirable

• A minimum of 4 years' experience in any administrative or assistant role is required.

• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team

• Excellent communication skills and personal presentation

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

• Intermediate to advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience with practice management software, with experience in the following software being highly regarded:

• Xero Practice Management

• CAS 360

• ATO Portal

• FYI

• Continuous desire for use of technology to enhance work efficiencies

• Willingness to learn and take on new challenges and experiences

• Outcome based professional work ethic, meeting client deadlines

• A strong degree of initiative with the ability to work with minimal supervision

• Enthusiasm and self-motivation

This is an excellent opportunity to join our team and to contribute to our and your own success. Salary will be commensurate with the level of experience.

If you feel as though you satisfy these criteria, please click 'Apply' to express your interest in the role.

No Third Party applications without prior requests will be considered.