Company: Simply Seated Pty Ltd

Location: Botany, Sydney NSW

Employment Type: Part-time (3–4 days per week, versatile)

Department: Finance

Reports To: Financial Controller

About Simply Seated

Simply Seated is a leading Australian event hire, styling and production company, specialising in premium furniture hire, event design, styling and production for corporate events, weddings, exhibitions and brand activations.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant to support the day-to-day financial operations of our growing business.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, this role will be responsible for general bookkeeping, accounts payable and receivable, reconciliations and financial administration.

The successful candidate will play an important role in maintaining accurate financial records, monitoring outstanding payments and supporting the smooth operation of the finance department.

This is a part-time position suited to someone with practical bookkeeping experience who is reliable, proactive and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Reconciliations

- Maintain accurate financial records using Xero.
- Complete bank and credit card reconciliations.
- Process and correctly allocate financial transactions.
- Investigate and resolve discrepancies.
- Assist with month-end reconciliations and reporting.

Accounts Receivable

- Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up customer payments.
- Allocate incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts.
- Maintain accurate debtor records and assist with weekly collections reporting.
- Liaise with internal teams to resolve billing and payment enquiries.

Accounts Payable

- Process supplier invoices and reconcile supplier statements.
- Prepare payment schedules for approval.
- Monitor outstanding supplier balances and upcoming payments.




- Maintain accurate creditor records and supporting documentation.

Finance Administration & Reporting

- Assist the Financial Controller with financial reporting and cash flow monitoring.
- Support preparation of BAS, GST and other compliance documentation.
- Maintain organised financial records and filing systems.
- Assist with payroll administration where required.
- Provide general finance and administrative support as needed.

Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in bookkeeping, accounts administration or a similar finance support role.
- Proficiency in Xero is highly desirable.
- Sound understanding of accounts payable, receivable and reconciliations.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Professional communication skills and a proactive attitude.
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent experience is advantageous.

About You You are organised, dependable and take pride in maintaining accurate financial records. You enjoy working with numbers, are comfortable following up outstanding payments and can manage multiple tasks efficiently.

You are a team player with a positive attitude, strong attention to detail and a willingness to support the broader finance function.

What We Offer

- Flexible part-time working arrangements (3–4 days per week).
- A supportive and collaborative team environment.
- Opportunity to develop your skills while working closely with the Financial Controller.
- Modern headquarters in Botany, Sydney.
- Potential for the role to grow as the business expands.

How to Apply Please submit your resume along with a brief introduction outlining your relevant experience, availability and salary expectations.

Pay: $52,880.00 – $99,480.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Finance Assistant (Botany)
🏢 Simply Seated
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