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Sparke Helmore Lawyers is a truly integrated national firm that looks to the future. Established in 1882, we have just under 900 people flexibly working from nine offices across Australia. We offer the security and history of a long-established firm with the excitement of continued growth. We operate in a way that puts our clients and our people at the heart of everything we do - we're proud to be described as being down to earth, practical and easy to deal with.

We have an amazing opportunity for an Entry Level Accounts Payable Clerk to join our Finance team in Newcastle. You will be responsible for data entry and aiding with the day-to-day operations of the team.

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract opportunity where you will learn the ropes and be supported in your first finance role. There is also an option to complete a work-based traineeship where you will receive a Certificate III in Business Administration.

The successful candidate will be motivated with excellent attention to detail. You will be organised; customer focussed and possess strong numeric reasoning and communication skills. Please note, recent school leavers and TAFE graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Our firm values and celebrates diversity. We aim to increase the diversity of our workforce to better represent the communities in which we live and work. Our culture provides the foundations of a welcoming and inclusive environment, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to join us - and bring their whole selves to work. We're proud to be recognised two years running as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by WGEA.

We recognise people value things differently. That's why our comprehensive benefits program is wide ranging so that everyone can find something that appeals to them. We're sure you will find something to love about what Sparke Helmore has to offer.

• Competitive remuneration, bonus structure and salary packaging options
• Employee Wellbeing Program
• Career Development Program
• Access to highly regarded leaders
• Formal and informal Mentoring Program
• Paid parental leave
• Salary Continuance Insurance for full-time and part-time employees
• Imbedded culture of flexibility
• Diverse and inclusive workplace

To find out more about what is on offer at Sparke Helmore please visit our website: https://www.sparke.com.au/

Background Screening: Successful applications will be subject to pre-employment and in some circumstances, ongoing background checks which include a criminal history check.

Please follow the 'Apply' button to submit your application (we do not accept applications emailed directly to the Resourcing Team).

Please note that applications from agencies will not be considered at this time.

To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

For further information regarding this opportunity please contact Nikki Costelloe on +61 2 4924 7307.