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Love bookkeeping but looking for something more?

Are you an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys solving problems, managing payroll, helping clients and taking ownership of your work?

Perhaps you're tired of doing everything yourself, would like more variety in your day, or simply want to work somewhere that values your experience and gives you the flexibility to enjoy life outside the office.

At First Class Accounts – Canberra Central, we believe great bookkeeping is about much more than processing transactions.

We're looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / BAS Agent who enjoys what they do, takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a knowledgeable, supportive team.

What you'll be doing

You'll take responsibility for bookkeeping, payroll and compliance services across a portfolio of clients.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and financial transactions

- Processing and managing payroll for clients

- Processing AP and AR for clients

- Interpreting modern awards and applying relevant payroll conditions

- Managing payroll compliance, including PAYG withholding, leave entitlements and superannuation obligations

- Completing bank, credit card and balance sheet reconciliations

- Preparing and reviewing BAS, IAS, payroll tax and long service leave lodgements

- Preparing month-end accounts and management reports

- Investigating discrepancies and resolving accounting and payroll issues

- Communicating directly with clients and responding to queries

- Managing client deadlines and ensuring compliance obligations are met

- Identifying opportunities to improve systems, processes and workflows

- Working collaboratively with other members of our team





- Provide assistance to clients with budgeting, audit and process improvements

This is a hands-on role where you'll be expected to think critically, investigate problems and take responsibility for the quality of your work.

What we're looking for

You'll bring:

- Substantial practical Australian bookkeeping experience

- Strong Xero skills and confidence using cloud accounting software

- Demonstrated experience processing Australian payroll

- Sound knowledge of GST, BAS, PAYG withholding and superannuation

- Experience managing reconciliations, journals and month-end processes

- Good Excel skills and confidence working with financial data

- Strong attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy

- The ability to identify and investigate issues rather than simply process transactions

- Positive organisational skills and the ability to manage competing deadlines

- Clear, professional communication skills and confidence working directly with clients

- A willingness to learn new systems and embrace technology

Highly regarded

- Registered BAS Agent status

- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting or higher qualifications

- Xero certification

- Experience with not-for-profit organisations

- Strong understanding of Accrual Accounting principals

- Experience preparing management reports and End of Year Audit





You don't need to tick every box. We value practical experience, initiative and a willingness to learn.

Who will love working here?

This role could be a great fit if you:

- Are an experienced bookkeeper looking for more variety and responsibility

- Enjoy building relationships with clients

- Want to be trusted to manage your own work

- Love finding solutions to tricky accounting and payroll problems

- Enjoy technology and improving processes

- You enjoying learning, we believe in the value of ongoing training and continuous improvement

- Want to work with knowledgeable colleagues rather than doing everything alone

Hours and remuneration

We're open to both full-time and part-time arrangements for the right candidate.

We understand that flexibility matters and are happy to discuss working hours that balance your personal commitments with the needs of our clients.

Some availability during core business hours will be necessary to support clients and work collaboratively with the team.

Salary will be based on experience and qualifications, up to $95,000 per annum plus superannuation (full-time equivalent).

How to apply

Please apply through SEEK and include:

- A short cover letter telling us about your bookkeeping and payroll experience and why you'd like to join our team.

- Your current resume (maximum three pages).

Your cover letter doesn't need to be lengthy or overly formal. We'd simply like to understand your experience, what you're looking for in your next role and why you think you'd be a good fit.

Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

We look forward to hearing from you.

📌 Senior Bookkeeper / BAS Agent (Belconnen)
🏢 First Class Accounts - Canberra Central
📍 Belconnen