- Office admin role within a fast-paced accountancy firm environment
- Diverse and inclusive firm culture | Respectful and supportive team
- Maximum-term contract opportunity – ends December 2026
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
As an Executive Assistant in our Perth Audit and Assurance team, you will play a key role in effective day-to-day operations and provide intuitive support to our Partners and our broader Audit team.
Displaying a high level of initiative, multi-tasking and adapting quickly to last-minute changes, you will proactively anticipate the needs of your stakeholders before and as they arise, demonstrating agility and responsiveness in a dynamic professional services environment.
Please note that this is a maximum-term parental leave cover contract opportunity, ending on 18 December 2026.
Key responsibilities
Provide high-level administrative support to four Partners and the broader Audit team
Manage inboxes, calendars and schedule meetings and events
Coordinate and manage travel, accommodation, and other related tasks
Assist with client onboarding in Salesforce, working closely with our Client Acceptance team
Manage and maintain databases and systems, including regular updates in Salesforce CRM
Preparation and formatting of documents and correspondence in line with Grant Thornton brand guidelines
Assist in the preparation of regulator documentation
Assist with business development, including proposal preparation, contact mapping and tracking of BD activities
Support monthly billing processes and process invoices in WPR
Process Partner expenses in Concur
Provide general administrative and ad hoc support as required
Skills and experience
Previous experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant within a corporate or professional services environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a positive approach to teamwork and the ability to collaborate with and manage expectations of stakeholders at all levels
Highly organised, with the ability to multitask and work effectively under pressure
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams, and Word
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.
Reach your remarkable
At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive.
With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.
Remarkable perks that put you first:
Flexible working options available
Mental health support, financial and wellbeing coaching
Health insurance discounts
Diverse and inclusive firm / team culture
And many more!
Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?
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.
Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact Sarah McGrory from our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected] .
As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.
Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process?
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.
Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [email protected]
As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.
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