Job Description

Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Officer (Medical Practice) - Hybrid

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Take ownership of finance, payroll and reporting while enjoying flexibility and a genuinely connected team culture.

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Our client is a well-established medical practice group based in Ipswich and is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Officer to join their team. This is a broad finance role with responsibility for financial management, reporting, payroll and day-to-day business support across the practices.

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This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working autonomously, has strong attention to detail and wants to play a key role in supporting the financial and operational performance of a busy healthcare environment.

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Why You'll Love This Role

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- Hybrid working prospect offering flexibility around your work week
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- $89,216 per annum + superannuation
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- Join an established and supportive medical practice group
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- Genuine opportunity to take ownership of the finance function
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- Regular team events and activities — a workplace that values connection and celebrates its people
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The Opportunity

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Reporting across two practices, you will be responsible for the day-to-day financial operations while providing meaningful reporting and analysis to support business decisions.

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Accounts & Payroll

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- Oversee accounts payable and receivable, including invoicing, payments, reconciliations and debt follow-up.
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- Process and manage payroll for administration and nursing staff.
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- Ensure payroll compliance with awards, employment contracts, taxation, superannuation and STP requirements.
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Financial Management & Reporting

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- Manage day-to-day financial operations, reconciliations and month-end processes.
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- Prepare budgets, cash flow forecasts and monthly financial reports.
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- Monitor income and expenditure, investigate variances and maintain accurate financial records.
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- Prepare P&L;, balance sheet and cash flow reporting.
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- Provide financial information and insights to support business operations.
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Doctor Activity & Practice Reporting

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- Prepare and validate doctor activity and billing reports.
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- Analyse performance against service agreements and session commitments.
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- Provide confidential reporting to support workforce, capacity and fee calculations.
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Team & HR Support

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- Supervise, coach and support the Practice Accounts & Payroll Administrator.
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- Allocate workloads, review work and ensure key payroll, accounts and reporting deadlines are met.
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- Support staff development, recruitment and HR initiatives.
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- Drive process improvements across finance and administration.
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Systems, Compliance & Continuity

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- Ensure compliance with taxation, superannuation, employment and privacy requirements.
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- Maintain finance procedures and protect confidential financial, payroll and patient information.
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- Provide finance and payroll support across both practices during staff absences.
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About You

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We are looking for an experienced finance professional who can confidently manage both the day-to-day finance function and financial reporting.

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You will ideally bring:

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- Proven experience in senior bookkeeping, finance or accounting.
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- Strong experience in month-end, reconciliations, payroll and financial reporting.
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- Sound knowledge of STP, superannuation, leave and award requirements.
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- Strong working knowledge of Xero and Excel, with excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
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- Excellent organisation and ability to manage competing deadlines.
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- Ability to work autonomously and provide practical financial insights to management.
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- Strong communication skills and a team-oriented approach.
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- High level of discretion when handling confidential financial, remuneration, employee and patient information.
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Previous medical practice or healthcare experience will be highly regarded, but is not essential for the right candidate.

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Interested?

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If you're an experienced finance professional looking for a role offering flexibility, variety, career ownership and a great team culture, we'd love to hear from you.

📌 Senior Bookkeeper / Finance Officer (Medical Practice) - Hybrid (Ipswich)
🏢 Top Office Group
📍 Ipswich