Bookkeeper-Office Manager

Cullen Wines is a five-star rated multi-award winning family winery located in the renowned wine region of Wilyabrup, Margaret River. Cullen Wines is the first certified biodynamic winery in Margaret River and carbon positive winery, producing premium cabernet and chardonnay, available for tasting and purchase at the Biodynamic Wine Room located on Caves Road. Restaurant dining is also available with dishes prepared from home grown seasonal garden produce superbly matched with Cullen wines.
Cullen Wines is seeking to employ an experienced bookkeeper preferably with wine industry experience.  The role, reporting directly, to the General Manager, is located at the Caves Road property in Wilyabrup, Margaret River.
This is an exciting opportunity to join one of the oldest brands in Margaret River and a team of ultimate wine professionals. The ideal candidate will have a passion for excellence in accounting with extensive experience in accounting and reporting. The role will oversee the day to day operations of the admin office, providing accounts, HR and admin support to all areas of the business.
Only applicants meeting the criteria will be considered for interview.
Cullen Wines is an equal opportunity employer.
Please apply with a covering letter and CV via SEEK.
Any queries, please call Angela Gosden, General Manager, on 089755 5***.

KEY FUNCTION
Reporting to the General Manager, this position provides a high level of accounting for the business and coordinates the day to day operation of the admin office.

MAIN DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Accounting & Reporting
Oversee and assist in the accurate and timely recording of all Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Sales and stock transactions in the accounting system, spreadsheets and other databases.
Arrange payment of accounts as first signatory.
Carry out bank and other reconciliations.
Prepare the end of month journals to trial balance.
Assist the General Manager with monthly board reports.
Prepare and submit of the Business Activity Statement (BAS) and IAS (PAYG).
Prepare and submit the annual Liquor License Return.
Prepare and submit levy and export returns.
Prepare monthly excise return.
Assist with insurance claims as directed.
Coordinate information for tax accountant pertaining to FBT and annual Income Tax.
Assist staff with day to day queries pertaining to accounts.

2. HR & Payroll
Arrange on-boarding of employees in HR system.
Process payroll and maintain employee records.
Process and pay payroll tax & superannuation in accordance with statutory deadlines.
Ensure compliance with end of year payroll processing and ATO requirements.
Manage workers compensation claims for the business.

3. Office Operations
Maintain office equipment for the company.
Co-ordinate the filing and archiving of accounting records.
Banking as required.
Ensure security of cash, admin office and other assets.
Order and maintain stationery.
Oversee operation of company IT and Phone systems.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS
Essential Experience:
 5 years’ experience in accounting/bookkeeping/payroll processing.
 Advanced Office365
Preferred:
 Accounting qualification diploma/degree.
 Worked in an Australian wine business in the same capacity.
 Xero, Vinsight, Ezywine, Employment Hero, IdealPOS experience.

Skills
 Strong accounting and payroll knowledge
 Good understanding of accounting, payroll and point of sale systems.
 Attention to detail and good record-keeping
 Strong organizational skills
 Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
 Effective communicator & listener
 People person, team player.
 Solve problems in a timely manner
 Effective report writing
 Financial & business acumen
 Maintain confidentiality
 Self-driven, work with minimal supervision