Receptionist (Accounting practice)

seek.com.au; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Seek accounting firm in Beaconsfield, VIC is seeking a friendly receptionist/administrative assistant to join our team. You will greet clients, handle calls and emails, and provide general admin support, including appointment setting, filing, and data management.

The role offers either full-time hours or a four-day week with fixed hours 8:45am to 5pm, at our Beaconsfield office. Excellent communication, strong organisational skills and a proactive attitude are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn and a proactive approach to your work.
• Office experience is not required; the right attitude and aptitude will help you succeed.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and enquiries, directing them to the appropriate team member.
• Provide general administrative support, including appointment setting, filing, database management and document preparation.
• Maintain a well-organised and presentable reception and office space.
• Perform other ad-hoc administrative duties as required.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Proactive attitude

Customer service

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An excellent opportunity in a dynamic and growing accounting firm, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional customer service and administrative support to our team and clients. We would consider both full time (Monday - Friday) or 4 days per week (Monday - Thursday), with set hours of 8:45am - 5pm each work day at our office in Beaconsfield. Salary will be in line with Clerks Award wages.

What you'll be doing

Greeting and welcoming clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner

Handling incoming calls, emails, and enquiries, and directing them to the appropriate team member

Providing general administrative support, including appointment setting, filing, database management and document preparation

Maintaining a well-organised and presentable reception and office space

Performing other ad-hoc administrative duties as required

What we're looking for

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and friendly demeanour

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail

A willingness to learn and a proactive approach to your work

Office experience is not necessarily required - just the right attitude and aptitude to help you succeed in the role!

About us

We are a well-established and respected accounting firm serving individuals and small businesses in the local area. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to providing high-quality services and personalized solutions to help our clients achieve their financial goals. We pride ourselves on our collaborative and supportive work culture, and we are committed to the ongoing development and growth of our employees.