Job Description
We're seeking a hands on, detail oriented
Bookkeeper/Accountant
to take ownership of our financial administration across all three venues. This is a full-time position suited to someone who thrives in a fast paced hospitality environment and is comfortable managing multiple locations and systems.
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Key responsibilities
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Manage bill payments and supplier invoicing across all three venues, using Xero and Lightyear
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Process weekly payroll for all venue staff, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant awards and entitlements
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Onboard current employees, including setting up staff files, Tax File Number declarations, Super Choice forms, and entering details into Deputy and payroll system
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Complete weekly reconciliation of revenue and banking sheets for each venue, cross-checking Bepoz POS takings against Tyro EFTPOS settlements and bank deposits
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Prepare and lodge (or prepare for lodgement by our accountant) quarterly Business Activity Statements when due
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Maintain accurate financial records in Xero, including bank reconciliations, coding of transactions, and month-end reporting
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Liaise with venue managers on wage cost reporting and rostering data via Deputy
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Support the owner/operations team with financial reporting, cash flow tracking, and general administrative tasks as required
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About you
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Proven experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role, ideally within hospitality, retail, or a multi-site business
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Working knowledge of Xero (essential); experience with Lightyear, Bepoz, Deputy, or Tyro highly regarded
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Solid understanding of payroll processing, including awards, super, and PAYG
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Experience preparing BAS statements
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Strong attention to detail and reconciliation accuracy
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Ability to manage competing priorities across multiple venues
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Excellent communication skills and a proactive, "no surprises" approach to reporting issues
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Certificate IV in
Bookkeeping/Accounting
or equivalent qualification (preferred)
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Prior experience in the pub, club, or hospitality industry is a strong advantage
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About us
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We are a Wollongong based hospitality group operating three well known venues in the Wollongong CBD, Mr Crown, Harp Hotel, and Grand Hotel. With a strong presence in the local nightlife and hospitality scene, we're looking for an experienced
Bookkeeper/Accountant
to manage the day to day financial operations across all three sites.
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Full-time, stable role with a well-established local hospitality group
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Autonomy to manage the finance function across three venues
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Supportive, close knit working environment

📌 Bookkeeper / Accountant (Wollongong)
🏢 Wollongong Nightlife
📍 Wollongong