Senior Bookkeeping Assistant

Overview of the role

The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for performing and overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll functions while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial outputs. This role supports the organization through strong technical bookkeeping capability, payroll process expertise, quality-focused work practices, and effective stakeholder communication.

Main duties include:
Bookkeeping Operations

• Perform end-to-end bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.

• Ensure bookkeeping transactions are processed accurately and within required timelines.

• Maintain organized and accurate financial records in accordance with company procedures and Australian bookkeeping standards.

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

Payroll Management

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule in compliance with Australian payroll regulations and company policies.

• Maintain and reconcile payroll records, employee leave balances, superannuation, and related payroll documentation.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, taxation, and reporting obligations.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll queries in a timely manner.

• Coordinate payroll-related reporting and support audit or compliance requirements where necessary.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Conduct preliminary reviews and self-quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of bookkeeping and payroll outputs.

• Support compliance with Australian accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll standards and regulations.

• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial and payroll information.

Reporting & Financial Support

• Prepare routine financial, payroll, and reconciliation reports for internal stakeholders and clients.

• Assist in compiling supporting schedules and documentation for reporting requirements.

• Ensure timely submission of required reports and financial information.

• Provide accurate financial data to support operational decision-making.

Team Support & Collaboration

• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on bookkeeping and payroll processes.

• Assist in onboarding and training activities for new employees where required.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow coordination and issue resolution.

• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Process Improvement

• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving bookkeeping and payroll workflows and operational efficiency.

• Identify opportunities for process enhancement, standardization, and improved accuracy.

• Support implementation of updated procedures and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of bookkeeping and payroll experience.

• Strong understanding of end-to-end bookkeeping functions and payroll processes.

• Working knowledge of Australian accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and basic compliance requirements.

• Experience in payroll processing, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Demonstrated ability to manage responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong bookkeeping and payroll administration skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good understanding of Australian payroll compliance requirements
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage confidential financial and payroll information
• Team-oriented with a proactive and supportive approach
• Proficiency in bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting software platforms

Benefits

• 500K per incident HMO coverage + Dental & Optical benefits
• 2-week paid Christmas vacation
• Electricity & Data subsidies
• 25K Educational Assistance
• Training and equipment will be provided
• Fixed Schedule of Mon-Fri from 7 AM to 4 PM
• Additional details will be discussed during the Job Offer stage.