Job Description

The Bookkeeper & Office Coordinator plays an integral role at Cowan Manufacturing, taking ownership of all transactional finance activities, financial reporting, compliance, and the end-to-end processing of weekly payroll. Beyond finance, this position is at the heart of the business, partnering closely with the General Manager to ensure the smooth and efficient day-to-day running of the office through the coordination of key administrative and operational activities.

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What you'll be doing

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- Manage all transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general accounting processes.
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- Process weekly payroll accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with Awards, EBAs, and legislative requirements, while responding to payroll queries.
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- Prepare accurate financial reports and data in line with JF Group reporting deadlines.
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- Complete balance sheet reconciliations, month-end journals, and support month-end, half-year, and year-end reporting requirements.
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- Ensure compliance with financial obligations, including BAS, Payroll Tax, GST, Superannuation, and internal finance policies and controls.
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- Manage customer invoicing and cash collection activities to support healthy cash flow.
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- Maintain accurate employee records and payroll data, working closely with HR and supporting audit requirements.
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- Coordinate day-to-day office administration, including timesheet and job costing data entry, office supplies, equipment management, and general office operations.
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What we're looking for

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- Proven experience in bookkeeping, payroll processing, and transactional finance.
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- Strong accounting knowledge, including reconciliations, reporting, and compliance requirements.
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- Experience in job costing/accounting is desirable but not essential.
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- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.
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- Strong customer service mindset and confidence dealing with employees, customers, and external partners.
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- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain a high level of accuracy.
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- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, with strong administrative capabilities.
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- Professional, approachable, and trustworthy, with the ability to handle confidential information and work both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
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Why join us?

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- Join a team of people who are passionate about their job.
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- Opportunity to develop recent skills and gain broader experience.
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- Contribute to a growing and successful business with an exciting order book.
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- Wellbeing programs – employee assistance program to support you and your immediate family with counselling and support as needed.
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- Flexible working arrangements,



including a condensed working week to support a half day every Friday.
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- Generous paid community service leave to support your local community or serve as a defence reservist.
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- Weekly fruit baskets to keep hunger at bay on busy days.
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- Free on-site parking.
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- Novated car leasing options available.
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- Paid Parental Leave Scheme.
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About Us

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About Us:James Fisher is a global engineering services companyoperatingacross Energy,Defence, and Maritime Transport. With a strong heritage in maritime operations, we now deliver innovative solutions in challenging environments. Our One James Fisher strategy is focused on building a unified, sustainable business within the Blue Economy, driving progress through technology,expertise, and collaboration.

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James FisherDefence(JFD), part of the James Fisher Group, is a global leader in underwater capability, deliveringcutting-edgediving, submarine rescue, and hyperbaric solutions to both commercial anddefencemarkets. Operating worldwide,JFD is the foremost provider of submarine rescue services and a trusted name in submarine escape training.We'realso at the forefront of hyperbaric rescue innovation and a leading supplier of advanced diving equipment and saturation systems across the industry.Explore more about JFD

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At James Fisher and Sons, we are committed to taking positive action on diversity and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are proud to be a Disability Confident employer and recognise that our success is driven by the talent and diversity of our workforce.

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📌 Bookkeeper/Office Coordinator (New South Wales)
🏢 James Fisher and Sons
📍 New South Wales