This is a fully work from home-from-home position.
Applications are welcome from candidates anywhere in Australia.
This is a casual position starting at approximately 16 hours per week, with hours varying according to workload and availability.
There is genuine prospect for hours to increase as the business grows and you take on more responsibility.
About the role
BASLink Bookkeeping is a growing Australian bookkeeping practice supporting a diverse range of small and medium-sized businesses.
We have an established offshore bookkeeping team and are looking for an experienced Australian-based Senior Bookkeeper / Account Manager to join the practice.
Initially, you will work closely with the Principal while becoming familiar with our clients, systems and processes.
Over time, you will progressively take on client communication and management, as well as the quality-control and review function currently undertaken by the Principal.
Providing clients with a consistently high level of service is a priority.
Key responsibilities
Progressively becoming the primary contact for allocated clients
Managing client emails, queries and correspondence
Reviewing bookkeeping completed by our offshore team
Conducting file audits and reviewing client files for accuracy and completeness
Preparing and lodging BASs and IASs
Processing and reviewing payroll, superannuation and STP
Reviewing management reports
Entering and reviewing manual journals
Completing bank reconciliations
Reviewing balance sheet accounts, including clearing and loan accounts
About you
5+ years' Australian bookkeeping experience
Confident working independently
Strong Australian bookkeeping knowledge
Excellent Xero knowledge
Strong GST, BAS, payroll and superannuation knowledge
Advanced Excel and strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Word and Outlook




Strong understanding of balance sheet accounts, clearing accounts, loan accounts, intercompany accounts and reconciliations
Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
High integrity, honesty and discretion
A skilled, personable and team-oriented approach, with confidence communicating directly with clients.
Experience with
Dext, Hubdoc and XPM
is advantageous but not essential.
BAS Agent experience or registration is highly regarded but not essential.
A bookkeeping or accounting qualification is desirable but not essential.
Xero certification is advantageous.
The right person for this role
We are looking for someone who takes genuine pride in their work, is committed to providing excellent client service and is comfortable taking ownership of their responsibilities.
While this is a senior role, there will also be times when you will need to assist with practical bookkeeping or administrative tasks outside your usual responsibilities.
A willingness to help where needed and work as part of a team is important.
Hours & working arrangements
Approximately 16 hours per week to start
Opportunity for additional hours as the business grows
Fully remote - work from home anywhere in Australia
Flexible working arrangement
Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining:
Your bookkeeping experience
Your Xero and Excel experience
Your client-facing experience
Why the role interests you
Your current employment situation and availability
Your expected hourly rate
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to complete a practical bookkeeping assessment as part of the recruitment process.
Due to the expected number of applications, only candidates shortlisted for the next stage will be contacted.
Thank you for your interest in the role.

📌 Senior Bookkeeper / Account Manager (New South Wales)
🏢 BASLink Bookkeeping
📍 New South Wales