Office all-rounder position in a rapid-paced, global accountancy firm environment
Maximum-term contract opportunity for 12 months, working 22.5 hours per week
Fully funded gym membership | Health insurance discounts
Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.
Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to 'Reach for Remarkable' by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience.
In Australia, we're proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.
About this role
We're looking for a proactive and enthusiastic Administration Assistant to play a key role in keeping our Cairns office running smoothly.
With strong organisational skills and a motivated, 'can-do' attitude, you'll help to create an exceptional workplace experience for colleagues, clients and visitors alike.
This is a maximum-term parental leave cover contract opportunity for 12 months, working 22.5 hours per week.
Key responsibilities
Provide a welcoming experience, greeting and serving refreshments for clients and visitors
Maintain office facilities, kitchens and common areas, ensuring they remain clean and tidy
Manage room set-up and pack-down before and after meetings and events, ensuring meeting rooms are ready for use
Manage daily meeting room and other bookings through Microsoft Outlook
Coordinate catering for firm events, including ordering, logistics, set-up and service
Manage office supplies and stock levels, including ordering, receiving and replenishing consumables as required




Assist with incoming / outgoing mail and courier bookings as required
Assist with office maintenance requests and maintenance schedules
Provide reception / telephone cover as required, including during periods of leave or absence
Other ad hoc duties such as data entry, filing, and other administrative tasks as required
Flexible to support varying operational requirements will be required, including occasional early morning, evening, and / or event-related activities (with prior notice.)
Skills and experience
Previous experience in hospitality, food and beverage, office services and / or administration
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across different stakeholders, levels and teams
Adaptable and flexible with strong organisational and problem-solving skills, including experience coordinating multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook and Teams, with the ability to work across multiple administration and customer relationship management (CRM) systems
If you're interested in this role but don't feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.
Remarkable perks that put you first:
Diverse and inclusive firm culture
Fully funded national gym membership
Mental health support, financial and wellbeing coaching
And many more!
We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.
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📌 Administration Assistant (Queensland)
🏢 Grant Thornton
📍 Queensland