Senior Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant - High Performance Group | MCAP | HIPA
A hands‐on senior finance role with genuine progression into broader accounting responsibility as the business grows.
About Us
High Performance Group is the parent company of Melbourne Centre for Athletic Performance (MCAP), Health & Injury Prevention Australia (HIPA), and associated business entities.
Across the group, we operate in allied health, sports performance, occupational health, injury prevention and workplace wellbeing. Our businesses support athletes, individuals, workplaces and national organisations through high-quality health, performance and injury prevention services.
About the Role
This is a hands‐on finance role responsible for the accurate, timely and compliant management of bookkeeping, payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, financial administration and reporting support across the group.
You will work closely with senior leadership and external advisors to ensure financial records are accurate, processes are followed, deadlines are met and finance information is available when needed.
The immediate priority is to ensure the day‐to‐day finance function is well managed. Over time, there is an opportunity for the right person to grow into broader accounting, reporting, cash flow and management support responsibilities as the business continues to develop.
This role would suit someone who is practical, organised, accurate and proactive – someone who enjoys owning the details while also wanting to develop their accounting capability.
Key Responsibilities
* Maintain accurate financial records across multiple business entities
* Process and reconcile transactions in MYOB Cloud and related systems
* Maintain the general ledger and ensure income and expenses are coded correctly
* Prepare and maintain organised financial records, working papers and supporting documentation
* Assist with month‐end and year‐end preparation
* Maintain clear, accurate and auditable finance files
Accounts Payable
* Receive, review, code and process supplier invoices
* Prepare supplier payment information in line with internal approval processes
* Reconcile supplier statements
* Follow up invoice and payment queries
* Maintain accurate supplier records and documentation
Accounts Receivable & Collections
* Prepare, issue and record customer invoices accurately and on time
* Allocate customer payments to the correct invoices and entities
* Monitor debtor balances and follow up overdue accounts professionally
* Prepare debtor reports and elevate overdue or high‐risk accounts where required
* Support improved debtor management and cash flow visibility
Payroll & Employee Payments
* Process payroll accurately and on time across relevant entities
* Maintain payroll records, employee payment details, leave records and payroll documentation
* Process superannuation, deductions, reimbursements and adjustments as required
* Assist with payroll reporting, reconciliations, onboarding and off‐boarding from a payroll perspective
* Maintain strict confidentiality regarding employee remuneration and payroll information
GST, BAS & Compliance Support
* Review GST treatment and assist with GST reconciliations
* Support BAS preparation and related compliance documentation
* Assist with payroll tax preparation and lodgement requirements across Australia where applicable
* Assist with WorkCover/workers compensation wage declarations and related reporting
* Assist with FBT record keeping and provide relevant information to external advisors where required
* Maintain awareness of key lodgement dates and elevate compliance risks early
Reconciliations, Reporting & Finance Support
* Perform bank reconciliations, credit card reconciliations and account reconciliations
* Investigate and resolve unreconciled or unusual transactions
* Prepare spreadsheets, reports and financial information for management review
* Assist with cash flow summaries, budget tracking, variance analysis or other financial reporting as required
* Support senior leadership with accurate and timely finance information
Systems, Processes & Improvement
* Use MYOB Cloud, Excel, Microsoft 365 and other business systems accurately and efficiently
* Maintain organised electronic records and finance files
* Help improve finance processes, templates, controls and standard operating procedures
* Identify recurring errors, process gaps or financial risks and recommend practical improvements
* Support the development of scalable finance processes as the group grows
About You
You are likely to be an experienced Senior Bookkeeper, Assistant Accountant, Finance Officer or Bookkeeper who has already taken on a high level of responsibility in a growing business.
You must be an Australian citizen to be eligible for this position.
You are confident managing day‐to‐day finance tasks, but you also want the opportunity to keep developing your accounting knowledge and broader commercial capability.
You Will Bring
* Proven experience in a senior bookkeeping, assistant accounting or similar finance role
* Strong experience with accounts payable, accounts receivable and reconciliations
* Strong payroll processing experience
* Experience working across multiple entities, business units or cost centres
* Solid working knowledge of GST and BAS support requirements
* Understanding of payroll tax, WorkCover/workers compensation and FBT obligations
* Demonstrated experience using MYOB Cloud
* Strong Excel skills and confidence preparing spreadsheets and reports
* Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
* Strong organisation and time management skills
* Ability to manage competing deadlines and follow through on tasks
* Professional written and verbal communication skills
* Ability to handle confidential financial and payroll information appropriately
* A proactive, reliable and solutions‐focused approach
Candidates must possess a minimum of 3-4 years of experience in senior bookkeeping or assistant accounting roles.
Highly Regarded
* Experience in healthcare, allied health, professional services, consulting, multi‐site operations or service‐based businesses
* Experience preparing debtor reports, cash flow summaries or simple management reports
* Experience improving finance systems, processes or internal controls
* Accounting, bookkeeping or business qualifications
* CPA, CA, IPA studies or an interest in further accounting development
Why Join Us?
* Full‐time permanent role
* Salary range of $95,000 - $110,000 + Super, based on experience
* Varied role across multiple growing businesses
* Genuine ownership of the day‐to‐day finance function
* Direct exposure to senior leadership
* Opportunity to improve systems, processes and reporting
* Supportive and professional team environment
* Clear pathway to grow into broader Accountant / Company Accountant responsibilities over time
The Opportunity
This role is ideal for someone who wants more than a standard bookkeeping position. You may already be a Senior Bookkeeper looking for a role with more ownership, or an Assistant Accountant looking for a hands‐on position where you can continue building your technical and commercial finance skills. If you are accurate, organised, proactive and motivated by helping a growing business improve its finance function, we would love to hear from you.
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