Graduate Financial Analyst

Location: Brisbane
Discipline: legal shared services
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: FA10102024
Published: 2 months ago
A well-established and award-winning law firm in Brisbane CBD is seeking a Graduate Financial Analyst to join its expanding finance team. This permanent, full-time role offers flexible working arrangements and a supportive environment that prioritises professional growth, including opportunities for CPA/CA accreditation.

Your Role: As a Graduate Financial Analyst, you will play a vital role in shaping the firm's data strategy. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will assist in providing business intelligence and analytical support to the management team and partners.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage large datasets to produce actionable insights and reports for informed decision-making.
  • Support the design and development of business intelligence solutions while learning tools like SQL, SSRS, and Amazon Quicksight.
  • Participate in automation projects aimed at enhancing data handling and processing efficiency.
  • Collaborate on client reporting needs by assisting in the preparation and analysis of service standard reports.
  • Assist in data entry and management within the Aderant Expert framework, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
  • Build strong relationships with staff and clients throughout various stages of system development.
  • Conduct research into technology-driven solutions for service delivery and matter management processes.
  • Support change management initiatives by participating in training programs related to client service protocols.
  • Help optimise data entry processes to maintain an effective and compliant database.
  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives, ensuring compliance with client requirements.
  • Provide analytical support on client service projects, gaining insight into strategic business decisions.
What You’ll Need:
  • Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Commerce, or expected to complete within the next 12 months.
  • Experience working in a law firm or professional services environment 
  • A keen attention to detail and excellent analytical skills.
  • Strong time management abilities with a commitment to meeting deadlines.
  • High levels of confidentiality and discretion when handling sensitive data.
  • A collaborative approach to working within a team environment.
Benefits:
  • Support for professional development, including for CPA/CA accreditation.
  • A competitive salary package of up to $85K (inclusive of superannuation).
  • Flexible working arrangements to promote work-life balance.
  • Access to wellness programs, including a wellbeing allowance and mental health resources.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within a supportive, high-performing team. 

THE NEXT STEP
  
We provide the flexibility of conducting interviews either in person or virtually. You can choose between a one-on-one session or a multiparty meeting via FaceTime, Skype, Zoom, or telephone, ensuring that you can comfortably showcase your skills and discuss your prerequisites for the desired role. We prioritise transparency and, by the end of the meeting, you will receive a comprehensive profile outlining these opportunities and more. This will allow you to research and explore them at your convenience.
  
To request a confidential meeting, please click APPLY and upload your Profile. Alternatively email your Resume to:

  • Georgina See - georgina@lawstaff.com.au  
Even if this particular role doesn't align perfectly with your needs, we would still be delighted to hear from you. We frequently handle unadvertised positions, offering a diverse range of opportunities in both private practice and in-house settings. Your interest is valuable to us, as we strive to match candidates with suitable positions beyond those publicly listed.

Please note, only short-listed candidates will be contacted in the first instance.

Law Staff | Level 22 HSBC Bld | 300 Queen St | Brisbane (07) 3221 1229