Role Overview
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Graduate Bookkeeper based in Canberra, ACT to support the financial operations of a multi-entity business group. This role is ideally suited to a candidate in their final year of university or within their first-year post-graduation, with a strong academic foundation in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.
The successful candidate will be an extremely diligent and fast learner, with prior exposure to bookkeeping through university coursework, internships, audit experience, or entry-level accounting roles. Experience in using accounting platforms such as Xero and/or QuickBooks Online in an academic or practical setting is required.
The Bookkeeper will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting end-of-month reporting, performing intercompany and balance sheet reconciliations, ensuring compliance with internal accounting procedures, and assisting with reporting and Power BI dashboard development. This is an excellent opportunity for a high-potential graduate to gain hands-on experience across a dynamic multi-entity business environment.
Key Responsibilities
General Bookkeeping & Ledger Management
* Maintain accurate day-to-day accounting records across multiple entities
* Perform weekly intercompany debtors and creditors reconciliations across all entities
* Maintain the integrity of the general ledger and the Chart of Accounts
* Ensure all transactions are recorded on an accrual basis
End-of-Month (EOM) Support
* Assist with preparation of monthly financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
* Perform balance sheet reconciliations, including bank, loans, clearing accounts, and control accounts
* Complete monthly intercompany reconciliations across entities
* Ensure month-end cut-off procedures are followed in accordance with company accounting policies
* Support accruals, prepayments, and journal adjustments as directed by the Finance Manager
Compliance & Procedures
* Ensure compliance with internal accounting procedures and documented SOPs
* Support BAS preparation and GST coding accuracy
* Maintain audit-ready records and supporting documentation
Reporting & Systems Support
* Assist with financial reporting through Power BI
* Support mapping and data alignment from QuickBooks Online and Xero into Power BI
* Maintain consistency between accounting systems and reporting dashboards
* Identify process improvement opportunities within accounting and reporting workflows
Administrative Collaboration & Support
* Support with operational admin including re-ordering supplies for the office and product sales
* Support with office documentation and filing.
* Work closely with other finance and operational team members
* Respond to internal finance queries in a timely and professional manner
* Undertake additional finance and reporting tasks as assigned
Key Deliverables
* Reconciled balance sheet accounts each month
* Accurate intercompany reconciliations across all entities
* Timely assistance with EOM financial reporting for the Finance Manager
* Reliable financial data feeding into Power BI dashboards
* Compliance with company accounting procedures
Required Skills & Experience
* Currently in final year of a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related discipline, or within first year post-graduation
* Demonstrated exposure to bookkeeping or accounting through internships, audit experience, part-time roles, or university practical work
* Foundational understanding of Australian accounting principles and financial reporting
* Practical experience with QuickBooks Online and Xero
* Xero Certified Partner and/or QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor preferred
* Strong understanding of accrual accounting and month-end processes
* High attention to detail and strong reconciliation discipline
* Experience supporting reporting tools such as Power BI
* Strong Excel skills
* Sound understanding of Australian GST and BAS fundamentals
Personal Attributes
* Highly organised and deadline-focused
* Strong sense of accountability and ownership
* Comfortable working within structured accounting procedures
* Proactive communicator who flags discrepancies early
* Team-oriented with a practical, solutions-focused mindset
Remuneration
* Salary will be $30/per hour.
* 20 hours per week to start – growing to 40 hours per week if required by AgriGate.
* 4-month fixed contract.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 per week
Work Location: In person