Bookkeeper – Part Time (3 days per week)

Part-Time Bookkeeper

Location: O’Connor
Employment Type: Part-Time
Hourly Rate: $40–$45 per hour
Hours: 20 – 25hrs per week over 3 days

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Part-Time Bookkeeper to support the financial and administrative operations of a busy business.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience using Simpro and Xero, particularly processing high-volume accounts payable from Simpro into Xero. You will also be responsible for weekly payroll for more than 40 employees and must have a sound understanding of Award requirements, superannuation obligations and payroll compliance.

This position would suit someone who is confident managing competing priorities, working autonomously and communicating with internal employees, customers, suppliers and builders.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high-volume accounts payable through Simpro and Xero
• Manage weekly payroll for 40+ employees using Xero
• Ensure payroll complies with applicable Awards, employment legislation and superannuation requirements
• Reconcile bank accounts, supplier accounts and financial transactions in Xero
• Update and maintain builder progress claims
• Receipt and allocate builder payments
• Monitor, reconcile and maintain accurate retention balances
• Onboard new employees into Simpro and Xero
• Maintain accurate employee, supplier and financial records
• Assist with document control and general administrative duties
• Respond to internal and external account enquiries
• Provide additional bookkeeping and administrative support as required
• Manage multiple priorities while meeting weekly and monthly deadlines

Essential Requirements

• Demonstrated bookkeeping experience in a high-volume environment
• Strong working knowledge of Simpro and Xero
• Proven experience processing high-volume accounts payable
• Experience managing weekly payroll for 40+ employees
• Sound knowledge of Award interpretation, payroll legislation and superannuation compliance
• Strong reconciliation and financial recordkeeping skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Confident communication skills when liaising with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

Desirable

• Previous experience using Dext, formerly Receipt Bank
• Experience within the construction, electrical, trades or contracting sector
• Knowledge of builder progress claims and retention balances
• Experience with employee onboarding and document control

What’s on Offer

• Competitive rate of $40–$45 per hour
• Flexible part-time opportunity
• Varied bookkeeping and administrative responsibilities
• Supportive working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to a busy and growing business

If this sounds like you, please apply and I will be in contact.