Hall Chadwick Melbourne is a leading mid-tier accounting firm, supporting a diverse range of clients across Australia and internationally.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior Administrator to lead and support the delivery of administration services across the firm. This role is responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of our administration function while providing guidance and support to team members, driving service excellence and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Working closely with the Finance and Administration Manager, Directors and internal stakeholders, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of client service, compliance, and operational efficiency. This hands-on position is ideal for someone who enjoys leading by example, building strong working relationships, and contributing to a positive and professional workplace culture.

Responsibilities

- Ensure Hall Chadwick Melbourne’s daily office and administrative functions are delivered in a seamless and efficient manner including that:
- A welcoming, professional and efficient client experience is provided
- The office is maintained in a clean and tidy condition, and that necessary equipment, repairs and cleaning are arranged
- Practice admin processes and procedures are efficient and effective, admin manuals are developed and maintained
- Reception works seamlessly
- Administrative on boarding, induction and off boarding requirements are met
- Create new staff and clients, and back up Practice Support Coordinator with testing if required

- Assist with building management matters as required i.e. Parking, heating, cooling, noise, security, access cards




- Provide support to the Shared Services team, Managers and Directors as required
- Develop, implement and monitor KPIs for the Administration function, covering service quality, timeliness, accuracy, client experience and internal support outcomes
- Provide ongoing performance feedback and coaching to Administration team reports in line with agreed KPIs and role responsibilities
- Attending to company searches, title searches and PPSR searches
- Attending to basic ASIC company changes
- Collating documents to send to clients and uploading to signing platforms as required
- Prepare organisational structures for client groups
- Scanning and filing as required
- Ensure administrative inboxes are dealt with
- Understand and if required, run AML checks on clients and prospects as required and generally support AML/KYC for the firm if required
- Other reasonable duties as requested by the Management, and to assist the Administration team
- Qualifications
- A minimum of four years’ experience in external public practice audit
- Solid understanding of relevant legislation, Australian Accounting Standards, and Australian Auditing Standards
- High level of computer literacy, with an excellent understanding of audit and accounting software




- Strong organisation and follow up skills including the ability to handle competing priorities and meet all deadlines and commitments
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liaise with clients in a clear and concise manner, and the ability to discuss issues in a manner which considers the client’s circumstances
- Broad commercial expertise and judgement
- Strong problem solving and analytical skills
- Accuracy and attention to detail
- The ability to work effectively as part of a team, and to coach, mentor and review the work of team members
- Flexibility and a positive approach to travel and working across industries, clients and locations

Qualifications

- Relevant experience in a similar role
- Well-developed IT skills including Word, Outlook, Excel, and ideally BGL CAS 360
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with solid attention to detail and regard to good process
- Well-developed prioritisation and time management skills
- Proven ability to exercise sound judgement in dealing with confidential and sensitive information
- The ability to develop positive and effective working relationships across the firm
- A driver – Proactive, with initiative and well-developed problem-solving skills
- Office based, full-time role

At Hall Chadwick Melbourne, we are committed to supporting our people to thrive both professionally and personally. Some of the benefits we offer include:

- Annual remuneration reviews.
- Career Development Conversations focused on your growth and career path.
- Ongoing investment in your learning and development.
- Support to balance your work and life commitments.
- Active social club and team connection opportunities.
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📌 Senior Administration Lead — Client Experience (Melbourne)
🏢 Hall Chadwick
📍 Melbourne