Bookkeeper|Senior Bookkeeper

About The Firm

We are honoured to partner with one of the world's largest accounting firms (Top10), with a prominent national presence in Australia. Renowned for its instantly recognisable brand and commitment to being an employer of choice, our client operates from a state-of-the-art office in the CBD. The outsourced accounting team is looking for a passionate senior bookkeeper to join this successful and fun team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is seeking to gain or further advance their experience working with ASX-listed clients.

About The Role

Maintain Client Financial Records: Accurately record day-to-day financial transactions for multiple clients across various industries.
Reconcile Client Accounts: Regularly reconcile bank accounts, ledgers, and statements for clients, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
Prepare Client Financial Statements: Generate and review financial statements, such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow reports, tailored to client requirements.
Manage Client Invoices: Prepare, send, and follow up on client invoices, ensuring timely payments and maintaining client relationships.
Handle Client Payroll: Process payroll for clients, including calculating wages, deductions, superannuation contributions, and managing payroll taxes.
Track Client Expenses: Monitor and categorise client expenses, ensuring correct allocation to the appropriate accounts and adherence to client budgets.
Manage Client Accounts Payable and Receivable: Oversee the management of accounts payable and receivable for clients, ensuring timely payments and receipts.
Prepare BAS, GST, and Other Tax Statements for Clients: Assist in the preparation and lodgment of BAS, GST, FBT, and other tax obligations for clients, ensuring compliance with ATO requirements.
Assist with Client Budgeting and Forecasting: Help clients develop and manage budgets, providing financial insights, forecasts, and variance analysis.
Liaise with External Auditors and Accountants: Coordinate with external auditors and accountants on behalf of clients for audits, tax preparation, and financial analysis.
Ensure Client Compliance: Stay updated on financial regulations and industry standards, ensuring clients remain compliant with relevant laws and regulations, including ASX listing rules where applicable.
Assist with Client Financial Audits: Support the preparation and execution of internal and external financial audits for clients, ensuring timely and accurate audit completion.
Process Client End-of-Month Reporting: Compile and report end-of-month financials for clients, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
Data Entry for Multiple Clients: Ensure accurate data entry and maintain updated financial records for multiple clients using industry-standard accounting software.
Handle Client Petty Cash: Manage petty cash transactions for clients, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
Client Communication: Regularly communicate with clients to provide updates on their financial status, address queries, and offer proactive financial advice.

About You

Accountant 3-5 years of outsourced finance or bookkeeping experience from mid-tier firms or an accountant from a commercial company.
A strong commitment to client focus and delivering high-quality service.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
The ability to establish professional relationships with both internal staff and external clients.
Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective multitasking skills to manage individual and team workflow efficiently.
Self-motivated individuals who take responsibility for personal and professional development.
Team players who are committed to supporting their colleagues.
Exceptional attention to detail.
A proactive approach to tasks and challenges.
Long-term working visa, PR and Citizen preferred.

About The Benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangement - work from home available
Supportive culture, experienced ex-big4 partner and great leadership
Study supports with 2 days study leaves per semester + fully reimbursed membership fees
Extra paid leaves to support wellbeing
Discounted corporate gym membership, cinema tickets, food and drinks, and more.

We are shortlisting candidates for partner interviews next week and the following one, don't miss the boat!

Application Process

Important: We prioritise candidates that touch base before any job search. The benefit of working with us early is that we can prepare a strong application and have a direct line to hiring managers and business stakeholders. We know how competitive the market is and we offer comprehensive services including CV review, career coaching, interview preparation, psychometric testing readiness, job market analysis, networking assistance, salary negotiation guidance, and ongoing career support to equip our candidates with the necessary tools to stand out from the crowd.

We invite candidates who are passionate about making a difference and have the requisite experience and skills to apply. Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to recruitment@charterdiligence.com.au. For confidential inquiries, please contact the recruitment team at +61 2 7+12 0826.

Our client is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of the industry.