Job Description
$75,000 - $90,000 per annum + superannuation
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Join an established Cairns marine industry business
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TCS Shipwrights & Joinery is a locally owned and operated Cairns business providing specialist marine vessel refit, repair and maintenance services across the region.
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Operating since ****, TCS has established itself as an integral part of the Cairns marine industry, working across a diverse range of projects for the Defence and government sectors, Cairns shipyards, commercial and cargo operators, tourism vessels, cruise operators and privately owned vessels.
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With a skilled team of marine tradespeople and a strong reputation for quality workmanship, compliance and delivering projects to demanding schedules, TCS is continuing to strengthen its internal systems and business operations.
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We are now looking for an experienced Bookkeeper / Business Management professional to join our team and play an important role in supporting the financial, administrative and operational requirements of the business.
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This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is confident taking ownership of their responsibilities and enjoys working in a busy, practical workplace where priorities can move quickly.
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The Role
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Working closely with the business owners and management team, you will be responsible for a combination of bookkeeping, financial administration and broader business support.
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Your responsibilities will include:
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Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record-keeping;
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Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero;
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Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable;
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Completing bank and account reconciliations;
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Assisting with payroll and associated financial administration;
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Maintaining financial documentation, records and reporting;
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Using and maintaining job management software and associated business systems;
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Supporting management with job costing, invoicing and financial information as required;
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Reception and general office administration;
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Managing telephone and email enquiries;
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Liaising professionally with customers, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders;
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Supporting management with business administration and coordination;
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Maintaining accurate electronic and physical records;
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Monitoring key dates and ensuring administrative and financial requirements are completed within required timeframes; and
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Assisting with the implementation and ongoing improvement of office systems, processes and procedures.
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About You
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To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Previous experience in a bookkeeping, accounts, business administration or business management role;
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Demonstrated experience using Xero;
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Experience using job management or similar business software;
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Strong bookkeeping and financial administration skills;
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Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy;
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The ability to work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities;
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Strong organisational and time-management skills;
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The ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively to strict deadlines;




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Strong written and verbal communication skills;
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Confidence liaising with management, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders;
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Good computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems quickly; and
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A practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach to your work.
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Relevant qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting, business administration or business management will be highly regarded.
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Previous experience within the marine, shipbuilding, ship repair, Defence, construction, trades or project-based industries would also be highly regarded but is not essential.
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Why Join TCS?
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This is an opportunity to become an important part of an established Cairns business operating within one of the region's key industries.
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TCS has a strong focus on its people, company culture, quality workmanship and delivering projects to a high standard. The business works across complex and varied marine projects and has established long-term relationships throughout the Cairns marine industry.
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You will be joining the business at an important time as we continue to strengthen and improve our office and business management systems.
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The successful applicant will receive:
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A salary competitive salary plus superannuation, depending on qualifications and experience;
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A varied role with genuine responsibility and ownership;
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Exposure to the operational and commercial side of a busy marine business;
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The opportunity to work closely with business owners and management;
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The opportunity to contribute to improvements in business systems and processes; and
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A long-term position within an established and growing Cairns business.
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📌 Bookkeeper / Business Management (Queensland)
🏢 Human Resource Dynamics
📍 Queensland