Senior Bookkeeper

About the Opportunity

A rapidly expanding professional services firm is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to take a pivotal role that encompasses bookkeeping, client advisory, team leadership, and practice administration. This role suits an accounting or bookkeeping expert keen to move beyond routine transactions and embrace enhanced client interaction, team supervision, and operational management.

Role Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio detailing client bookkeeping and accounting needs.
• Complete and supervise GST, BAS, and IAS obligations.
• Assist with payroll tax compliance and related reporting.
• Oversee management of client documentation, files, and data.
• Track client workflows, deadlines, and work scope to guarantee effective delivery.
• Support the onboarding process by understanding client needs and aiding in scoping and pricing.
• Visit client locations when necessary to evaluate bookkeeping and training requirements.
• Develop and enforce client-specific procedures, ensuring team adherence.
• Provide business advisory services to clients, supplemented by required training.
• Coordinate and supervise offshore and local team members.
• Assist in deploying new technology, systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain strong client relationships and uphold exceptional service standards.
• Collaborate with business owners on strategic planning and growth objectives.

Systems & Technology

Familiarity with modern accounting and practice management tools including Xero, MYOB, Karbon, XPM, Microsoft 365, Dext, and Hubdoc is essential.

Candidate Profile

• Proven bookkeeping and client accounting experience with a commercial mindset.
• Comprehensive understanding of Australian bookkeeping standards and compliance.
• Demonstrable experience handling BAS/IAS and GST processes.
• Knowledge of payroll procedures and compliance requirements.
• Exceptional attention to detail and dedication to accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and client management abilities.
• Capable of managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
• Experience in team coordination, mentorship, or supervision.
• Initiative in identifying process enhancements and technology solutions.
• Comfortable engaging directly with clients and leadership.
• Enthusiastic about business advisory and expanding commercial expertise.
• Technologically adept and eager to master new software.

Preferably experience in an accounting or bookkeeping practice environment.