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Accounts/Administration Assistant (Sydney)


Company : Cowell Clarke Pty


Location : Sydney, Australia


Created : 2025-04-26


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

About Cowell ClarkeCowell Clarke is a fast growing specialist commercial law firm based in Australia. With a team of over 185 professionals in offices in Adelaide and Sydney, we represent clients across various industries both nationally and internationally. Our firm takes pride in fostering a positive culture that empowers our employees to excel.Founded over 30 years ago, we set out to disrupt the traditional reactive approach of commercial law firms by offering exceptional personal service with a proactive, global perspective. Although we have expanded to build a national presence, our commitment to helping clients seize opportunities and manage risks remains unchanged.About our roleOur finance team is looking for a full-time Accounts Administration Assistant to help with day-to-day finance and office support tasks. This is not an accountant role. Experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, or as a legal secretary would be ideal.In this role, you will:manage and reconcile petty cash and credit card transactionsrespond to queries via a shared inboxassist with creditor queries and general accounts tasksmaintain records, prepare basic Excel reports, and oversee deed packet administrationundertake bank and credit card reconciliationshelp with general office support, such as light kitchen duties, reception cover, and administrative tasksSome travel to Adelaide for induction training will be required.About youTo be suitable for this role, experience in bookkeeping, accounts payable/receivable, or general office administration is preferrable. Accounting qualifications are not required.In addition, we are looking for someone who:is highly accurate, trustworthy, and detail-orientedis confident with numbers and has basic Excel skillshas strong communication skills and works well within a teamis organised and willing to assist with general office tasks as neededhas prior experience in a law firm or professional services environment (ideal, not essential)is familiar with bank reconciliations (ideal, not essential)This is a full-time role (five days per week).What will we offer you?This role offers the chance to gain experience in a professional corporate environment while being part of a friendly and supportive team that values a positive and welcoming workplace culture. You will be trained from the ground up!Aside from the role itself, Cowell Clarke offers a broad range of financial and social benefits in addition to market leading careers and professional development programs. Were focused on developing our peoples careers whilst ensuring they maintain a healthy lifestyle.Some of our many employee benefits include broad learning & development opportunities, social clubs, sporting & team events, wellbeing and family support, e.g. discounts to gym memberships & private health insurance, paid parental leave and the option to purchase additional leave.ApplyTo apply in confidence, please send your CV, and a covering letter explaining your interest in the role to Karine McAuliffe, Head of People & Talent at careers@cowellclarke.com.auApplication deadline 5:00pm, Monday 14 April (however we may commence screening applications earlier than this). #J-18808-Ljbffr