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

Are you ready to take your career in administration to the next level? BDO in Cairns has a rare and exciting opportunity for an administrative professional to join our Business Services Support team, providing effective and efficient administrative support to our Business Services Partners.
Our ideal candidate is energetic, passionate about providing high quality support, can manage multiple priorities and most importantly genuinely loves what they do!
You will love this role if you are highly organised and enjoy engaging in diverse responsibilities and a variety of tasks that will keep your workday interesting and fulfilling. For the right candidate this role provides excellent long-term career prospects within our firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Onboarding: Seamlessly integrate new clients into our systems
• Draft Correspondence: Prepare and manage client communications
• Client Liaison: Act as a key point of contact for our clients
• Record Management: Handle photocopying, scanning, filing, and binding with precision
• Document Preparation: Collate and prepare essential financial documents
• Data Entry: Ensure accuracy and care in all typing and data entry tasks
• Liaison with Key Bodies: Communicate with the ATO, ABR, and ASIC
• Lodgement Monitoring: Track and lodge returns and forms within specified timeframes
• Business Name Management: Oversee the application, registration, and maintenance of business names, transfers and cancellations
• Reception Relief: Provide ad-hoc support as required
• Team Induction: Welcome and induct new members to the Business Services team(s)

This is an exciting career opportunity for a positive, proactive and motivated professional with experience in a similar role. As a dedicated team player, you will bring the following qualities to our team:

• Experience: 2+ years in an administrative role
• Education: Certificate III in Business Administration or currently studying (we welcome diverse qualifications and fields of experience)
• Proactive Learner: A self-starter with a hunger to learn and grow. We want you to ask questions, to clarify information and be proactive in your learning and advancement at BDO
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Professional Presentation: A friendly and approachable attitude
• Tech-Savvy: Strong IT and computer skills, with the ability to adapt to new technology quickly
• Problem Solver: A proactive approach to problem-solving and task management
• Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Administrative Knowledge: Understanding of traditional administrative tasks, procedures, and systems
• Business and Accounting Terminology: Familiarity with business and basic accounting terminology (desirable)
• MYOB Experience: Experience with MYOB Accounts Enterprise (desirable