Accountant / Bookkeeper - 100% remote work from home

About the Company:

Our client is a dynamic and innovative company educating small to medium mum and dad Property Developers across multiple states in Australia. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our collaborative work environment. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our team in a Full-Time capacity.

Job Description:

As a Bookkeeper, you will play a crucial role in maintaining our financial records and ensuring accuracy in all transactions across multiple Entities. You will be responsible for a range of bookkeeping duties, including but not limited to the responsibilities outlined below. All entities use the Xero Accounting platform. This will be a work from home role, offering lifestyle flexibility. 

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Process accounts payable and receivable transactions.
• Reconcile bank statements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports.
• Quarterly Activity Statements
• TPAR reporting
• EOFY Accruals
• Maintain Inter-Entity Loans and related interest calculations
• Reconcile Income to the Stripe Payment Gateway
• Oversee the management of multiple Rental Properties
• Prepare and update cashflow forecasts
• Create and maintain Custom Reports in Xero
• Ability to identify, develop and maintain efficient systems and processes for best practice
• Handle tax filings and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Understanding and calculation of the Margin Scheme as it relates to Property Development
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Process Payroll for approx. 15 Staff across 2 Companies
• Quarterly Superannuation
• Monthly PAYG-W Reporting
• EOFY Payment Summaries
• Monitoring staff leave entitlements
• Award Interpretation & Implementation
• Creation and maintenance of Excel timesheets
• Workers Compensation reporting of actuals and estimates across multiple states

• Proven experience as an Accountant / Bookkeeper or in a similar role.
• Solid understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting principles.
• Proficiency in Xero accounting software and MS Office, particularly Excel at an intermediate level.
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.

• Cert IV Finance (Accounting) or equivalent relevant experience.
• BAS Agent Registration would be beneficial but not essential.