About Baker & Farrow
Baker & Farrow is a proudly family-owned business that has been operating since 1982. Based in the Hunter Region, the company has built a strong reputation as a trusted supplier of industrial and engineering products to a wide range of industries.
With a focus on delivering high-quality brands at competitive prices, Baker & Farrow continues to expand its extensive product range and is committed to being a true ‘one-stop shop’ for its customers, providing above and beyond customer service!
About the opportunity
This is a key role in supporting the continued success of Baker & Farrow, with primary responsibility for the organisation’s bookkeeping and finance function. Based in Sandgate, this full-time position offers the opportunity to join a friendly and easy-going team. While your main focus will be on managing day-to-day financial operations, you will also assist with shared office and administrative tasks as needed working closely with the broader admin team.
Key responsibilities
Duties will include, but are not limited to:
* Support end-to-end accounts payable and receivable, including bank and credit card reconciliations, and general ledger maintenance.
* Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS, PAYG, payroll tax and superannuation, ensuring compliance with ATO requirements and accounting standards.
* Assist with month-end processes, including journals, accruals, prepayments and preparation of financial reports as required
* Oversee inventory-related transactions, including invoices, purchase order matching, stock adjustments and supplier reconciliations.
* Support payroll processing, track leave accruals and handle employee reimbursements.
* Investigate and resolve financial discrepancies, working collaboratively across teams including sales, warehouse and procurement
* Provide support to the shared administrative functions
* This position also acts as a warm and welcoming first point of contact for customers
About you
The successful candidate will bring proven experience in a finance and/or bookkeeping, ideally within a similar industry. You will be self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Your great customer service skills, along with excellent time management and organisational abilities, will ensure you thrive in this high-volume environment.
Additionally, the ideal candidate will possess:
* Minimum of 3–5 years’ experience in bookkeeping and finance, ideally within wholesale, trade, or industrial supplies.
* Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or a Diploma in Accounting is ideal.
* Solid understanding of finance functions including BAS, GST and Australian payroll legislation.
* Proven experience and knowledge of compliance requirements
* Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Office including Excel
How to Apply
To learn more about key responsibilities, company culture and the associated benefits of this opportunity, contact Olivia Evans on 02 4927 2025 or or contact Monica Sfeir on 02 4927 2036 or for a confidential discussion. Alternatively, click "Apply" to submit your covering letter and CV.
Interviews will commence immediately; therefore, early applications are encouraged.
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