Graduate Financial Analyst

The Firm

Carter Newell Lawyers is an award-winning specialist law firm providing legal advice to Australian and international corporate clients. Founded in 1989, we are proud to celebrate 35 years of experience and service to our clients in 2024.

We recognise the importance of offering our staff not only the best work in our specialist areas, but also a culture which embraces flexibility, individuality, integrity and education. At Carter Newell, we encourage the best use of all skills and experience of our staff, providing greater efficiency and overall job satisfaction. Our strong culture is the backbone of our success, supported by the firm’s values.

The Position

We are currently looking for a Graduate Financial Analyst to join our Finance team. This role will work closely with Chief Financial Officer and Financial Analyst.

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in managing and analysing large datasets to support the production of business insights and reports.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of business intelligence and automation solutions, using tools like SQL and Amazon Quicksight.

• Collaborate on client reporting tasks, including designing, reviewing, and analysing reports to meet service standards.

• Help manage and optimise data entry processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within the Aderant Expert framework.

• Engage with staff and clients throughout different stages of system development and project cycles.

• Support research and implementation of technology-driven service delivery systems and matter management processes.

• Assist in driving change management initiatives, including training staff on matter management and client service standards.

• Provide support in preparing reports for senior management and Partners, ensuring alignment with client service objectives.

• Any adhoc finance duties as required.

Essential Experience and Criteria

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting or Commerce (or expected to complete in 2025/2026).

• Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL).

• Strong attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills and ability to meet deadlines.

• High sense of confidentiality and discretion.

• Ability to work in a team environment and be flexible to meet team requirements.

As a Graduate Financial Analyst with us, you'll have the backing you need to excel – including assistance and resources to pursue CPA or CA accreditation.

Benefits

At Carter Newell we are a professional team and have a strong client focus, but we love to have some fun along the way. We also provide:

• An ongoing commitment to career development.

• A health & wellness program, including an annual wellbeing allowance.

• Competitive paid parental leave program and return to work benefits.

• Workplace flexibility to ensure life balance.

• A supportive leadership team dedicated to a culture of collegiality and excellence.

• Extra perks that make a great office environment like fruit baskets and morning teas - any excuse for cake!

If you embrace firm culture, pursue excellence and have a passion for what you do, you will excel in a career at Carter Newell.