Job Title: Senior Bookkeeper
About This Job
This is a part-time role responsible for providing bookkeeping services to clients with high accuracy and attention to detail.
The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting data entry, processing payroll requirements, reconciling bank and credit card accounts, and preparing financial reports.
This position requires strong bookkeeping skills, sound knowledge of accounting theory, and proficiency in computer software such as Xero, QuickBooks, or MYOB.
Key Responsibilities
1. Conduct data entry of bank accounts, invoices/receipts, and bills/payments
2. Process payroll requirements
3. Reconcile all bank, credit card, and loan accounts
4. Reconcile key general ledger accounts
5. Report unusual or inconsistent movements to the manager or client
6. Consult with clients regarding queries
7. Check draft accounts once processed and verify balance sheet items
8. Check profit and loss items and analyze ledger accounts
9. Prepare reconciliations of GST and payroll accounts from the general ledger
10. Research GST and compliance issues
11. Prepare financial reports and working papers
12. Prepare business activity statements (if requested)
13. Liaise with statutory bodies as required
14. Interpret cash flow if required
15. Attend and participate in client meetings
16. Maintain & update client manual, checklists, and process documents
17. Update own timesheets and other admin requirements as directed
18. Ensure client accounts are kept up to date and orderly based on client expectations
Requirements
* Ideally at least 3 years' experience in a similar role with Certification IV in Bookkeeping
* Sound bookkeeping skills and understanding of accounting theory
* Proficient computer literacy, including navigating around a computer and accessing email, internet programs
* Good communication skills, both written and oral
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Willingness to learn
* Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize workload
* High attention to detail
* Willingness to comply with policies and procedures
* Business-like personal presentation
* Experience with Xero, QuickBooks, or MYOB
* Intermediate experience with Microsoft Office, especially Excel
Benefits
This is a part-time role available. The ideal candidate will have excellent time management skills and be able to work independently.
What We Offer
We offer a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth and development.