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About the Role
We are currently seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support our Audit & Assurance team. The Executive Assistant provides high-level administrative and operational support to Audit & Assurance Partners and the broader team.
This role is critical in enabling Partners to effectively manage client relationships, deliver audit engagements, and maintain strong operational discipline. The Executive Assistant also contributes to the broader administration team, working collaboratively to achieve shared objectives and improve overall practice efficiency.
This role is offered as full-time, with part-time considered based on experience and fit.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Provide executive support to up to five Audit & Assurance Partners, including diary management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements and correspondence handling.
Manage client and stakeholder communications, including screening calls, responding to queries and coordinating requests across internal teams.
Oversee client administration processes including CRM maintenance, engagement letters, contract documentation and client onboarding support (including conflict and independence checks).
Provide financial and operational support including weekly timesheets, monthly billing/invoicing and expense management for Partners.
Maintain high-quality records management across client files, office systems and document archiving in line with compliance requirements.
Provide inbox management support, including triaging emails, drafting responses and ensuring timely follow-ups
Support team coordination activities including events, meetings, recognition programs and broader People & Culture initiatives.
Supports proposals/tenders and business development activities
Acts as a “hub” for partner portfolio visibility (deadlines, billing, deliverables)
Provide ad hoc support to Partners and Client Services teams as required.
About You
Prior experience in an Executive Assistant role, preferably within a Professional Services firm
Advanced IT skills and knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word and Excel
Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships at all levels within the organisation
Committed to delivering an excellent level of internal and external client service
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Proactive, solution-oriented mindset
High level of professionalism and confidentiality
Why BDO?
Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.
Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.
Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.
We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.
Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.
Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.
With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.
Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).
We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).
BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
Skills Required
- Prior experience in an Executive Assistant role, preferably within a Professional Services firm
- Advanced IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
- Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively
- High level of professionalism and confidentiality
What We Do
BDO is a trusted adviser to clients seeking audit, tax and advisory services. As one of the world’s leading audit and accounting organisations, we have clients of all types and sizes from large corporate organisations to private businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals across an array of industry sectors. At BDO, we are guided by our values that are the foundation of what we deliver: IDEAS | PEOPLE | TRUST. This is about delivering ideas and advice that create value; quality-driven people who are motivated by providing exceptional client service; and being trusted to get the job done. Talk to us today.
