Our Intermediate Bookkeepers are professionals with a moderate level of experience in maintaining financial records and performing accounting tasks. They handle more complex financial transactions, assist in preparing financial reports, and may support senior bookkeepers or accountants in analyzing financial data for decision-making purposes.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the accounts payable and accounts receivable ledgers, including bank reconciliations and processing of journals using a variety of programs
- Assist/review bank & payment matters
- Reporting in a timely and accurate manner to queries
- Assistance with the preparation of monthly or quarterly management accounts period end close processes
- Preparation of payroll tax STP and workers’ compensation reconciliations.
- Preparation of monthly/quarterly Business and Instalment Activity Statements
- Keeping the manager informed of progress and any issues arising
- Communicating and dealing with colleagues professionally and courteously
- Tasks deemed necessary to ensure excellent customer experience as determined by management
- Preparation of monthly/quarterly superannuation lodgements
- Ensuring recordkeeping is complete and up to internal standards
- Management of Accounts email including liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree (or equivalent)
- CPA/CA is preferred but not necessary
Product Knowledge - 3+ years’ experience working in an accounting roleSystem and Application Knowledge
- Experience with Dext
- Experience with Australian GST/IAS and payroll
- Strong numerical and IT skills
- Sound Microsoft Excel skills
- Has the ability and willingness to learn new systems and tools, as needed
- Experience with Xero on bank feed, invoicing, bills/purchases, payroll, and reporting is essential.
- Experience with preparation of Australian superannuation lodgements (preferred but not necessary)
- Strong understanding of and experience in accruals accounting
