Bookkeeper

Overview

The organization is seeking an organized, detail-focused Bookkeeper to support the day-to-day finances of two growing Australian businesses. This role works across both entities and partners closely with the Financial Controller to keep accounts accurate, payments organized, and financial records up to date.

Responsibilities

• Accounts payable: Process supplier invoices, check coding and approvals, and prepare payment runs for authorization.
• Accounts receivable: Raise client invoices, allocate incoming payments, follow up on overdue accounts, and resolve billing queries.
• Reconciliations: Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, and payment platforms, investigating discrepancies promptly.
• Payroll support: Prepare payroll inputs, review timesheets and leave information, and assist with processing and reconciliations.
• Month-end support: Keep ledgers current, maintain supporting schedules, and prepare reconciliations for the Financial Controller’s review.
• Record keeping: Maintain accurate documentation across both entities, including expenses and intercompany transactions.
• Process improvements: Simplify recurring tasks using Xero, automation, and appropriate AI tools.

Requirements

• Proven bookkeeping experience supporting Australian businesses, ideally across multiple entities.
• Strong hands-on Xero skills, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations; Xero certifications would be advantageous.
• Previous experience of payroll in Australia.
• Working understanding of Australian GST.
• Confidence using Google Sheets or Excel to organize data and investigate discrepancies.
• Strong written and spoken English, including confidence to follow up with clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
• Excellent attention to detail, reliable follow-through, and the judgment to flag issues early.
• Ability to work independently in a remote team and manage deadlines across two businesses.
• A reliable internet connection and availability to overlap with Australian business hours.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an agency, professional services, or SaaS business would be helpful.

Compensation & Benefits

Not specified in the provided job description.

Location

Remote work with availability to overlap with Australian business hours.