We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation.We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and beingat the forefront of employee experience. We work closely withAustralian and international businesses, organisations andgovernments.

Maddocks is committed to making a difference for our clients,our people and the communities in which we operate, and our SharedServices teams are pivotal to the successful delivery ofoutstanding service to our Australian and internationalclients.

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented AssistantAccountant to join our Finance team. This is an excellentopportunity for an ambitious accounting professional looking tofurther develop their technical accounting skills while working ina fast-paced professional services environment.

Reporting to the Financial Accountant, you will play animportant role in supporting financial reporting, compliance,month-end processes, reconciliations, accounts administration andcontinuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely withstakeholders across the firm and gain exposure to a broad range offinance activities.

Key responsibilities will include:

- Support month-end and year-end processes, includingpreparing journals, accruals, prepayments andreconciliations.
- Assist with financial reporting, management reporting,budgeting, forecasting and audit requirements.
- Maintain accurate financial records, including generalledger and fixed asset management.
- Prepare balance sheet, bank, trust and intercompanyreconciliations, investigating and resolving variances asrequired.
- Support regulatory and compliance obligations, includingBAS preparation and Payment Times Reporting.
- Assist with banking administration, treasury activities andcash management processes.
- Provide support across accounts payable,



billing andrevenue activities.
- Partner with stakeholders across the firm to respond toqueries and deliver high-quality financial support.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, helpingto enhance finance systems, processes and the use of AI-driventools and automation.

Maddocks offers a collaborative and engaging environment whereyou will be provided mentorship, support, ongoing training andencouragement for progression.

About you

You are a proactive and detail-oriented accounting professionalwith a strong foundation in financial accounting and a desire tocontinue developing your career. You will bring:

- A degree in Accounting, Finance or Commerce, with CPA or CAstudies underway (or planned).
- Experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Officer orsimilar finance role.
- Strong accounting, reconciliation and financial reportingskills.
- Proficiency in Excel and exposure to financialsystems.
- Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills andthe ability to manage competing priorities.
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach toworking with stakeholders.

Experience within a law firm or professional servicesenvironment would be desirable. Exposure to ERP, finance orpractice management systems (e.g. Aderant Expert) will be highlyregarded.

Why join ourteam?

- Be part of a supportive and collaborative Financeteam.
- Gain exposure to a broad range of accounting,



reporting andcommercial activities.
- Access professional development opportunities, includingCA/CPA support.
- Enjoy genuine career progression opportunities, flexibleworking arrangements and a people-focused culture.

Why join Maddocks?

Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you willexperience:

A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have beennamed an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the WorkforceGender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along withbeing named a Silver Employer at the Australian Workplace EqualityIndex's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversityinternally through our Maddocks Gender Equality Network, MaddocksCALD, Maddocks Disability Inclusion and Maddocks Pride groups.

Career Development: Learn and develop throughstructured learning and development programs at each stage of yourcareer and study support programs.

Community involvement: give back to thecommunities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono andgrants programs and staff volunteering initiatives.

Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with partof your week in the office and support to set up your homeoffice.

Wellbeing & Perks: access to up to 20 weekspaid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance,salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program andparents and carers wellbeing programs.

Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is aresult of our inclusive culture and focus on complex andinteresting work.

To be eligible for this role you must be legally permittedto work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applicationsfrom agencies will not be considered at this time.

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📌 Assistant Accountant (Melbourne)
🏢 Maddocks
📍 Melbourne