New Year - new work opportunity? If this is your vibe then we want to hear from you! We are seeking an Administration Officer with public practice accounting experience to join our team. Are you the type of person who gets a kick out of making someone else's day? Do you have a bubbly and naturally outgoing disposition even when working under pressure? Are you a passionate communicator and thrive on helping people?

If you answer yes to these questions then please apply to be our new team member. 

The company: 

We like to describe ourselves as not your typical Accountants. When it comes to our clients we get the bigger picture and our clients are our priority. Poole Group is one of the biggest and most progressive accounting firms on the Sunshine Coast. We are well-established with an excellent reputation and continue to experience natural growth year on year. Our organisation comprises like-minded people who get a thrill from seeing their clients maximise their potential. We're a friendly and supportive team who see the value in people. 

The role:

We are after someone who can help keep the cogs turning in the constantly churning machine that is our business. Our administration division is the backbone of our firm and because of that we are seeking someone with previous experience in public practice. We are looking for someone who understands the internal workings of what it takes to ensure a public practice firm's administrative stream is running smoothly. This is a busy and varied role and we are looking for someone who is highly organised, has superior time management skills and is a great communicator. Multi-tasking across a variety of administrative tasks is a necessary skill along with attention to detail.

Examples of these administrative duties include:

• Overseeing the corporate secretarial function
• Contacting the ATO on behalf of Accountants
• Communicating directly with clients in relation to various tasks such as signing of documents
• Invoicing
• EFTPOS reconciliation
• Banking
• Debt management
• Document and correspondence preparation
• Working with a wide range of electronic and IT applications
• Data entry
• Working closely with the Practice Manager to ensure processes are adhered to 
• Developing excellent rapport and providing exceptional service to both team members and customers
• Ad hoc administration projects
• Filling in for reception at times

What we need in you: 

• Previous experience working within administration in a public practice firm - this is a must. We need you to understand our business
• A positive, bubbly and outgoing disposition
• A go getter attitude who is happy to take on whatever is thrown at them - a people pleaser!
• Ability to work under pressure and utilise your well developed organisational skills - a list writer!
• Excellent attention to detail - don't let things slip through the cracks!
• Ability to deal with all types of customers and build strong customer relationships
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
• Experience working with a range of IT applications and software such as Microsoft Office skills (Practice Ignition experience would be helpful)
• Ability to work as a team

The location:

Based in Birtinya, we are across the street from Lake Kawana, which provides a perfect backdrop for a stroll or an afternoon run. The beautiful waterside community of Birtinya is ideally positioned close to some of the Coast’s best beaches and features exciting shopping, dining, entertainment and recreational facilities. It is also home to the Sunshine Coast Health Precinct, which offers world-class hospitals and medical facilities.

Perks of the role:

Along with a competitive salary package (which will be negotiated based on your experience) you will also have access to fantastic benefits, including the ability to work a 9 day fortnight, free bootcamp or pilates sessions and the Acacia Employee Assistance Program.

At Poole Group, we are big on social events with our teammates. Social events such as morning teas, bowls nights, sip & paint afternoons, End of Financial Year and Christmas parties are organised to provide the opportunity to bond along with daily lunch runs and PT sessions.

So if you are a professional who is passionate, dedicated and committed to providing the very best customer service, we would love to see your application - please apply now via Seek! If you have any queries about the position please do not hesitate to contact our HR Manager via email:  

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.