Back Bookkeeper / Finance Assistant

Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day accounting functions including:
• Bank and credit card reconciliations
• Payroll processing and superannuation
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Invoice generation and management
• Maintain and update the Xero accounting system, including file cleanup and organization
• Monitor cash flow, flag potential issues, and prepare reports for management
• Manage contract and insurance tracking with timely reminders
• Process payments upon authorization
• Assist with reporting and financial summaries for internal and external stakeholders
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth financial operations

Qualifications:

• Experienced in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably with Australian clients
• Proficient in QuickBooks; working knowledge of Xero required
• Strong understanding of payroll, reconciliations, superannuation, and general bookkeeping principles
• High attention to detail and ability to proactively identify discrepancies
• Comfortable with partial autonomy and proactive in reporting issues and updates
• Willingness to learn new tools or processes (e.g., multi-currency transactions, ATO lodgments)