About Us

We are a growing finance and accounting advisory firm based in Ryde, Sydney. Due to continued business expansion, we are seeking an experienced, reliable Bookkeeper to join our energetic and supportive accounting team on a part-time basis.

Key Responsibilities

You will be responsible for providing bookkeeping and accounting support to a portfolio of clients, including:

- Managing day-to-day bookkeeping activities for multiple clients using Xero.
- Setting up and onboarding new clients in Xero.
- Performing bank, credit card and general ledger reconciliations.
- Processing accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR), including invoicing and payment reconciliations.
- Managing payroll processing, PAYG withholding and superannuation obligations.
- Preparing BAS and IAS for review and lodgement as appropriate.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring transactions are correctly allocated.
- Assisting senior accountants with the preparation of financial statements, year-end accounts and tax returns.
- Communicating with clients to obtain information, resolve discrepancies and ensure timely completion of bookkeeping tasks.
- Supporting other accounting and administrative activities as required.

About You To succeed in this role, you will ideally have:

- At least 3 years of bookkeeping experience within an Australian accounting practice.
- A Diploma, Advanced Diploma or tertiary qualification in Accounting or a related discipline.
- Advanced proficiency in Xero, including client setup, bank reconciliations, payroll and financial reporting.
- Experience with Xero Practice Manager (XPM) and Xero Tax is highly desirable.
- Sound knowledge of Australian GST, BAS, PAYG withholding, payroll and superannuation requirements.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word.
- Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills,



with the ability to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines.
- The ability to work independently, take initiative and resolve bookkeeping issues with minimal supervision.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a professional approach to client interactions.
- Strong research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently investigate accounting and bookkeeping issues, research relevant information and identify practical solutions.
- Ability to use AI tools, such as ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot, to research information, streamline routine tasks and improve work efficiency and productivity.
- Ability to critically evaluate and verify information generated by AI tools, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Australian accounting and taxation requirements.
- A proactive mindset and willingness to learn, adapt to new technologies and continuously improve existing workflows and processes.

Highly Regarded:

- Registered BAS Agent status.
- Previous bookkeeping or accounting experience within a real estate agency is highly regarded, particularly experience in sales commission calculations, property marketing expense reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable, and other real estate-related financial transactions.
- Ability to communicate in Mandarin and/or Cantonese.

What We Offer

- Flexible part-time arrangement: 3 days per week.
- Hybrid working opportunities: Work-from-home flexibility may be available following initial training and demonstration of the ability to work independently.
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Potential for increased working hours as the business continues to grow.

Job Type: Part-time Pay: $55,000.00 – $85,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Career development assistance
- Work from home

Education:
- Advanced Diploma / Associate Degree (Preferred)

Experience:
- Bookkeeping: 3 years (Required)

Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required)

Willingness to travel:
- 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Ryde NSW

📌 Experienced Bookkeeper – Part-Time | Xero | Ryde NSW
🏢 IPS Partners
📍 Ryde