Are you seeking an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic accounting firm in the heart of the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne, where you can put your prior bookkeeping experience to good use? McPhail & Partners are a 3 partner firm with a strong commitment to providing exceptional service to our clients. Recently we have expanded our service offering to include bookkeeping and we are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Bookkeeper to join our team on a permanent basis, working 25 hours per week over 5 days, in a hybrid role, working from our Mitcham Office, on site with our valued clients and from home when appropriate.
Key Responsibilities:
As an Experienced Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining accurate financial records and contributing to the financial well-being for a diverse client list. Key responsibilities include:
- Bookkeeping: Accurately record financial transactions, maintain ledgers, and reconcile accounts.
- Payroll: Manage payroll processing and associated records, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
- BAS and Taxation: Prepare and assist with BAS lodgements
- Client Communication: Liaise with clients to answer queries and provide financial insights as required.
- Process: Introducing systems, efficiencies, automation and processes for the benefit of improving the overall value for clients.
Requirements:
- 3-4 years of experience as a bookkeeper within a public-practice accounting or bookkeeping firm
- Proficiency in accounting software (Xero and MYOB both essential) and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of Australian payroll regulations.
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in record-keeping.
- Effective communication skills for client interactions and internal collaboration.
- Prior experience with Dext, Receipt Bank or Hubdoc would be beneficial but not essential
Work Arrangement:
- The role is a hybrid arrangement, Part-time (25 hours per week per week over 5 days) with the ability to work from home when appropriate
- At least one day per week will be spent on site at a client in the inner suburbs of Melbourne
This job is open to current Permanent Australian residents/citizens only. No offshoring or recruitment agencies to apply please.
If you want to work for a firm with a strong team culture that values its staff and recognises the importance of looking after its clients, we want to hear from you! Please forward your cover letter and resume by clicking the 'Apply' button below.