Minimum of 5 years accounting or bookkeeping experience., Proficiency in Xero accounting software and MS Office, especially Excel., Solid understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles., Attention to detail and high accuracy in financial record keeping..
Key responsibilities:
Maintain accurate financial records across multiple entities.
Process accounts payable and receivable, and reconcile bank statements.
Prepare financial reports, activity statements, and tax filings.
Handle payroll processing and related compliance for two entities.
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Our client is a dynamic and innovative company educating small to medium mum and dad Property Developers across multiple states in Australia. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our collaborative work environment. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team in a Full-Time capacity.
Job Description:
As a Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our financial records and ensuring accuracy in all transactions across multiple Entities. You will be responsible for a range of bookkeeping duties, including but not limited to the responsibilities outlined below. All entities use the Xero Accounting platform. This will be a work from home role, offering lifestyle flexibility.
Key Responsibilities: General Bookkeeping – Multiple Entities
Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
Reconcile bank statements
Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
Quarterly Activity Statements
TPAR reporting
EOFY Accruals
Maintain Inter-Entity Loans and related interest calculations
Reconcile Income to the Stripe Payment Gateway
Prepare and update cashflow forecasts
Create and maintain Custom Reports in Xero
Ability to identify, develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for best practice
Handle tax filings and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
Understanding and calculation of the Margin Scheme as it relates to Property Development
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Key Responsibilities: Payroll – 2 Entities
Process Payroll for approx. 15 Staff across 2 Companies
Quarterly Superannuation
Monthly PAYG-W Reporting
EOFY Payment Summaries
Monitoring staff leave entitlements
Award Interpretation & Implementation
Creation and maintenance of Excel timesheets
Workers Compensation reporting of actuals and estimates across multiple states
Other Responsibilities:
Entering payables in Xero via Hubdoc and/or emails
Reviewing and reconciling transactions in Xero
Responding and accomplishing tasks from supplier/staff/Rob's emails
Reconciling Stripe Sales transactions in Xero
Reconciling sales coming in from main bank CBA *8582
Processing payments for all related entities
Updating the spreadsheet that contains weekly cashflow summary and forecast
Reports or tasks that Rob's needs done (Weekly)
Catch up on financial, HR and payroll
Prepare payroll summary report and process
HR related tasks: setting up employment contracts, onboarding, emails etc
Update Cashflow Forecast (Monthly)
Update Monthly Sales Summary
Update Company Details Spreadsheet - BAS/PAYG/TAX pmts
Lodgement of Monthly PAYGW
Record rental income twice a month (rental statements from email)
Send over invoice once they sent PO for payment
PAYGW Lodgement to the ATO
Ad hoc reports required by Rob
Preparation and review of BAS for DN, DSA and SPV04
Prep, reconciliation and payment processing of Super payments
Experience and Skills:
Proven experience as an Accountant / Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
Minimum of 5 years accounting experience.
Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
Proficiency in Xero accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel at an intermediate level.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
Strong organisational and time-management skills.
Ability to work autonomously.
Excellent communication skills.
Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
Nice to have:
Cert IV Finance (Accounting) or equivalent relevant experience.
BAS Agent Registration would be beneficial but not essential.
This role is open from August to January as a temporary position to cover for our employee on maternity leave.
Required profile
Experience
Level of experience:Senior (5-10 years)
Spoken language(s):
English
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