12-16 hours per week | Flexible hours | Northern Suburbs, Melbourne Whitehaven Funerals is seeking an experienced, organised and reliable

Bookkeeper / Office Administrator

to join our friendly team on an ongoing casual basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a flexible, part-time workload in a supportive, family-owned business. We offer flexible working hours, including the ability to work around school drop-offs and pick-ups.

Bookkeeper / Office Administrator – Casual 12-16 hours per week | Flexible hours | Northern Suburbs, Melbourne Whitehaven Funerals is seeking an experienced, organised and reliable

Bookkeeper / Office Administrator

to join our friendly team on an ongoing casual basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking for a flexible, part-time workload in a supportive, family-owned business. We offer flexible working hours, including the ability to work around school drop-offs and pick-ups.

About Whitehaven Funerals Whitehaven Funerals is a family-owned and operated funeral home based in Melbourne's northern suburbs.

We take pride in providing professional, compassionate and personalised funeral services, supporting families with care, dignity and understanding during some of life's most difficult moments.

As a small, dedicated team, we value professionalism, reliability and a friendly, supportive working workplace.

About the Role You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day bookkeeping and associated administrative functions of the business, ensuring our financial records are accurate and up to date.

Key responsibilities include:

Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable

Processing payroll and maintaining employee records





Preparing customer invoices and allocating incoming payments

Performing bank and account reconciliations

Processing supplier invoices and payments

Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero

Assisting with general office administration and recordkeeping

Supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the office

About You We are looking for someone who is experienced, detail-oriented and comfortable managing their responsibilities independently.

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience in bookkeeping or a similar accounts role

Proficiency in Xero accounting software

Experience using Deputy for rostering and timesheets (highly regarded)

Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy

Excellent organisational and time management skills

The ability to prioritise tasks and work independently

Strong communication skills and a professional, friendly manner

A trustworthy, discreet and confidential approach to handling sensitive information

What We Offer

Flexible working hours

to suit your lifestyle and family commitments

School-friendly hours , with flexibility around school drop-offs and pick-ups

Approximately

12-16 hours per week , spread across 2-3 days

An ongoing casual position with consistent weekly hours

A friendly, supportive and welcoming team

The opportunity to work independently in an established family-owned business

Hours and Flexibility We understand the importance of work-life balance.

The position involves approximately

12-16 hours per week across 2-3 days , with flexible start and finish times.

We are happy to accommodate school hours and other commitments, provided the required work is completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.

📌 Bookkeeper (Melbourne)
🏢 Whitehaven Funerals
📍 Melbourne