Bookkeeping Manager | Canberra | Up to $115K + Super

Lead a bookkeeping team within a growing Canberra accounting firm and take ownership of a diverse client portfolio.

About The Role

Our client is a well established Canberra accounting firm offering business services, tax and advisory to a loyal base of SME clients. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Bookkeeping Manager to lead their bookkeeping division. This is a key leadership role where you will oversee the team, manage client relationships and ensure high quality, timely work across a wide-ranging client base spanning trades, hospitality and not for profit organisations. You will work closely with the partners and accounting team, and play an active part in shaping how the bookkeeping function grows.

What You Will Be Doing
Leading, mentoring and developing a team of bookkeepers
Managing workflow, allocating jobs and ensuring deadlines are met
Reviewing BAS, IAS and bookkeeping work prepared by the team
Overseeing payroll, STP reporting and superannuation obligations
Acting as the main point of contact for a diverse portfolio of trades, hospitality and NFP clients
Liaising with the accounting and tax team to ensure clean year end handovers




Onboarding new clients and setting up efficient processes and software
Identifying opportunities to improve systems, automation and service delivery

What We Are Looking For
Minimum 5 years bookkeeping experience, ideally within public practice
Previous experience managing or supervising a team
Registered BAS Agent or working towards registration (highly regarded)
Strong knowledge of GST, payroll, STP and superannuation compliance
Advanced skills in Xero, with MYOB and QuickBooks experience a plus
Excellent communication skills and a client focused approach
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
Opportunity to progress to practice lead in the future
2 days WFH & flexible hours
Varied client base across trades, hospitality and NFPs
Leadership role with genuine influence over the bookkeeping division
Supportive partners and a team-oriented team culture
Ongoing professional development and support with BAS Agent registration

If you are an experienced bookkeeper ready to step into a leadership role with flexibility and a diverse client base, I would love to hear from you.
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📌 Bookkeeping Manager Canberra (Australia)
🏢 MW Recruitment
📍 Australia