We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper / Accountant to join our team and support the financial operations of a growing Australian business. This role is ideal for a qualified accounting professional who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling transactions, and ensuring the integrity of accounting data.
The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day bookkeeping activities, with a strong focus on account and bank reconciliations. Experience with Xero is a plus.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform daily, weekly, and monthly bookkeeping activities.
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit card accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records and transactions.
- Maintain accurate accounting records and ensure data integrity.
- Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing activities.
- Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation as required.
- Maintain compliance with accounting standards, company policies, and financial procedures.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accurate financial information is maintained.
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
- Professional accounting qualification or equivalent experience preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles and bookkeeping practices.
- Demonstrated experience performing high-volume reconciliations and resolving discrepancies.
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using Xero accounting software.
- Experience supporting Australian businesses or working with Australian accounting processes.
- Exposure to cloud-based accounting and financial management systems.
Key Attributes
- Highly organized and process-oriented.
- Proactive and dependable.
- Strong critical-thinking skills.
- Commitment to accuracy and continuous improvement.
- Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly.
What We Are Looking For The adecuado candidate is first and foremost a strong accountant with excellent reconciliation skills. While experience with Xero is beneficial, we believe that a solid accounting foundation and the ability to accurately reconcile transactions are far more important, as system-specific training can be provided