Support Services - Finance | Melbourne About us We are a modern Australian law firm with a leading reputation. We focus on exceptional service, operational excellence and being at the forefront of employee experience. We work closely with Australian and international businesses, organisations and governments. About the role As a Finance Administrative Assistant, you will work closely with and provide high-quality support to the Finance & Operations group. You will join a collaborative and engaging team, where you will be provided mentorship, support, ongoing training and encouragement for progression. Responsibilities will include but are not limited to: Responding to day-to-day enquiries and providing assistance to the Finance team; Ensuring daily processing and payment of creditor invoices; Managing appropriate authorisation of creditor invoices and cheques drawn; Reviewing and processing trust payments pertaining to PEXA settlements and processing of trust receipts; Daily banking, data entry and archiving relating to accounts payable / receivable / controlled monies; Performing daily bank reconciliations; and Filling in for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable or Controlled Monies during periods of annual leave. About you To be successful in this position, you will be a motivated individual with a passion for numbers and at least 12 months of experience working in a professional services firm. Ideally, you will also be able to demonstrate: The ability to liaise with all internal and external clients, maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and discretion; Attention to detail with a high level of numeracy skills; The ability to manage time effectively and prioritise work according to urgency; Familiarity with, or the ability to train in, the use of Word and Excel and a computerised practice management system such as Aderant Expert. Overall, you will be a real team player who is eager to provide quality support to the Maddocks Finance team. Why join Maddocks? Maddocks is simply a great place to do great work. We foster a culture of collaboration, learning and engagement where you will experience: A diverse and inclusive workplace: We have been named an employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workforce Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) every year since 2004 along with being named a Bronze Employer at the Australian Workplace Equality Index's 2024 LGBTQ Inclusion Awards. We promote diversity internally through our Maddocks Gender Equality, Maddocks CALD and Maddocks Pride groups. Career Development: Learn and develop through structured learning and development programs at each stage of your career and study support programs. Community involvement: give back to the communities in which we operate through our thriving pro bono and grants programs and staff volunteering initiatives. Work flexibly: work in a hybrid way with part of your week in the office and support to set up your home office. Wellbeing & Benefits: access to up to 20 weeks paid parental leave, discounted gym memberships & health insurance, salary continuance insurance, Employee Assistance Program and parents and carers wellbeing programs. Our people are our greatest advocates and we believe this is a result of our inclusive culture and focus on complex and interesting work. To be eligible for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia. Please note that unsolicited applications from agencies will not be considered at this time. Ready for your next career move? Make your Move to Maddocks – Apply Now.