About the role An experienced, highly organised Bookkeeper & Operations Coordinator role working across a small group of privately owned businesses. This is a hands-on role for someone who knows how to keep the books accurate, the office organised and the loose ends tied up. You'll work directly with the business owner and have plenty of autonomy. The role requires someone who notices when something doesn't look right, follows it through and helps improve the way the business operates.
Key responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Finance
- Day-to-day bookkeeping across several entities
- Accounts payable and receivable
- Bank and credit card reconciliations
- Payroll and employee records
- Supplier payments and account management
- BAS preparation/support and liaison with external accountants
- Maintain accurate Xero records
- Monitor expenses, margins and financial leakage
- Keep financial records current and well organised
Operations & Coordination
- Assist with recruitment,
onboarding and employee administration
- Coordinate suppliers, contractors and operational tasks
- Help document and improve business processes
- Implement simple systems, checklists and procedures
- Assist with ad-hoc projects and follow-ups
- Identify inefficiencies and things falling through the cracks
- Keep the office and administration organised
About you
- 5+ years' bookkeeping/accounts experience
- Robust Xero and payroll experience
- Experience working across multiple entities
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills
- Confidence dealing with suppliers, employees and accountants
- A systems mindset - you naturally look for a better way to do things
- The ability to work independently and take ownership
- Australian bookkeeping and payroll experience