Job Description

Mount Waverley, Melbourne VIC
Part time | 32 hours per week across four/five days
$38–$42 per hour

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Commlec Services Pty Ltd is an electrical and communications contractor based in Mount Waverley. We deliver electrical maintenance, electrical projects and sports floodlighting installations for local government and private-sector clients throughout Melbourne and regional Victoria.

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With an upcoming opening in our Accounts Department, we are seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our office team. You will take responsibility for day-to-day bookkeeping and accounts administration, working closely with the Managing Director and our Projects and Operations teams.

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This role suits someone who is organised, accurate and comfortable managing the accounts function within a busy electrical contracting business.

About the Role n

You will maintain accurate financial records, manage accounts payable and receivable, complete reconciliations and prepare regular reports for management. You will also support payroll, job costing and general office administration.

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Alongside keeping the accounts up to date, you will help management understand outstanding payments, project costs and cash flow, and follow through on issues that need attention.

Key Responsibilities n

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- Prepare customer invoices, allocate payments, reconcile accounts and follow up outstanding debts.
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- Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements and prepare payment runs for approval.
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- Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
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- Complete payroll processing and associated recordkeeping and reporting.
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- Work with the Projects and Operations teams to maintain accurate job costing and timely invoicing.
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- Track project costs and prepare information on project margins and cash flow for management review.
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- Prepare weekly and monthly financial reports,



including agreed business performance measures.
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- Assist management with budgeting and forecasting by providing accurate financial information.
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- Maintain supplier account records and assist with relevant administrative requirements and renewals.
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- Keep financial and administrative records accurate, organised and up to date.
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- Identify and resolve account discrepancies, following outstanding matters through to completion.
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- Review bookkeeping and administration processes and recommend practical improvements.
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- Provide general administrative support to the Managing Director and office team.
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- Assist with administration duties.
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About You n

You will bring:

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- Experience as a Senior Bookkeeper or in a similar role managing end-to-end bookkeeping within a small or medium-sized business.
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- A strong understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations and financial reporting.
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- Experience with MYOB or similar accounting software.
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- Solid Excel and spreadsheet skills.
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- The ability to maintain accurate records and manage weekly and monthly deadlines independently.
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- An understanding of job costing and the ability to explain financial information clearly.
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- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
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- A proactive approach to resolving issues and completing tasks.
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- Strong communication skills and confidence working with management, employees, customers and suppliers.
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- A high level of discretion when handling financial and employee information.
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- Experience in the electrical, construction, trades or contracting industry would be highly regarded.
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The Opportunity n

This is an opportunity to take ownership of the bookkeeping function within an established Melbourne electrical contractor. Working four/five days per week, you will become an important member of Commlec’s office team and support the delivery of our maintenance and project work.

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