Accounting Assistant

Kelly-Partners-Accountants; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP

Paid community service leave

Harbour views

Mentorship and development

Job summary

Kelly+Partners North Sydney is seeking an Accounting Assistant who delivers exceptional client service and keeps things moving in a busy portfolio. You’ll support a Partner with administration, gather information, and triage inquiries to the right accountant.

Ideal candidates understand accounting basics and Australian tax concepts, and are eager to learn within a specialised Strata Tax team, with mentorship and development opportunities in a modern office near Harbour views.

Qualifications

• Strong client-service mindset with proactive attitude.
• Excellent attention to detail and high accuracy.
• Great organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Foundational understanding of accounting and Australian tax concepts.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support across client service, accounting administration and Partner support.
• Coordinate day-to-day administration of client portfolios and documents.
• Triaging client enquiries and gathering information for accountants or Partners.
• Prepare and process tax registrations such as GST and PAYG.

Skills

Client service

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Australian tax concepts

Education

Accounting or commerce studies

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Our Mission

At Kelly+Partners, we operate with one clear mission: \"to help our people, Private Business Owners, and the communities we work in Be Better\". We are committed to providing personal and professional growth opportunities to ensure all our team members are set up for a fulfilling and successful future.

About Kelly+Partners

• Top 20 accounting firm in Australia
• Winner of the Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice 2022
• Awarded one of Australia’s Best Workplaces for Women 2023
• Established in 2006 and growing at over 30% per annum

Why Join Our North Sydney Office?

In addition to working in an organisation that is committed to offering the best services and opportunities to both our clients and our team, you will also have access to the following:

• A strong, established client base with long-term relationships
• Close connection to Partners and senior leaders
• Ongoing learning, training and professional development opportunities
• Hands-on experience within a specialised Strata Tax team
• Mentorship and support from experienced professionals
• Clear opportunities for career growth and progression
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Community Service Leave
• Stunning harbour views and modern, light-filled offices
• Excellent transport links with less congestion than Sydney CBD
• Easy access to cafés, green spaces, and the waterfront

The Opportunity

We’re looking for an Accounting Assistant who loves getting things done, notices the details others miss and is genuinely obsessed with delivering an amazing client experience.

Working closely with a Partner and their client portfolio, you’ll be the person who helps keep everything moving. You’ll combine outstanding administration and organisation with a practical understanding of accounting and tax, allowing you to understand client requests, gather what’s needed and triage matters to the right person.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the centre of a busy client portfolio and gets real satisfaction from making life easier for both clients and the Partner they support.

What you’ll be doing

You will provide hands-on support across client service, accounting administration and Partner support, including:

• Being a key point of contact for clients and providing responsive, professional and proactive service
• Supporting the Partner with the day-to-day administration of their client portfolio
• Managing and triaging incoming client enquiries, identifying what can be actioned directly and what requires accountant or Partner input
• Proactively following up clients for information and outstanding documentation
• Downloading and collating ATO reports, statements and other information required by the accounting team
• Preparing and processing tax registrations, including GST and PAYG registrations
• Assisting with ABN and TFN applications
• Liaising with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) on routine client matters
• Assisting accountants with the preparation and administration of Business Activity Statements (BAS)
• Preparing and issuing client invoices and supporting billing administration
• Coordinating client documentation, correspondence and administrative requirements
• Maintaining accurate and well‑organised client records
• Keeping the Partner across matters that are urgent, sensitive or require technical input
• Providing broader administrative and accounting support to help the team deliver an exceptional client experience

What we’re looking for

First and foremost, you’ll be someone who cares deeply about the client experience.

You will take ownership, follow things through and understand that seemingly small details can make a big difference to a client.

You’ll also bring:

• Exceptional attention to detail and a high standard of accuracy
• A genuine passion for amazing client service
• Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive mindset. You see what needs doing and get on with it
• A foundational understanding of accounting and Australian tax concepts
• The ability to understand and triage accounting and tax-related enquiries appropriately
• Confidence communicating with clients, the ATO and internal team members
• Sound judgement about what you can resolve and when something needs to be escalated
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential client information
• A willingness to learn and continue developing your technical knowledge

Who will thrive in this role?

You could have accounting experience, be studying accounting or commerce, or have worked in an accounting practice in a client service or administration capacity. What matters most is your mindset.

You love clients. You love detail. You love being organised. And you like knowing enough about accounting to understand what’s going on.

When a client contacts us, we want you thinking:

What does this client need? What can I take care of now? What information do we need? And who is the right person to get involved if this requires technical advice?

If you are someone who takes pride in making things happen, enjoys being the organisational right hand to a Partner and wants to build your accounting knowledge while delivering an outstanding client experience, we'd love to hear from you.