[Hiring] Bookkeeper / Accountant @Hunt St

Role Description

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accountant to join our growing residential construction and property development business. This role is suited to someone with strong accounting and bookkeeping experience who can confidently manage financial administration, payroll, accounts management, and office coordination with minimal supervision.

Experience within the construction industry is highly regarded due to the project-based nature of the work, including cost tracking, budget allocation, and supplier management. You will work closely with the director and project teams to ensure the financial and administrative operations of the business run efficiently and accurately.

The ideal candidate is proactive, switched on, adaptable, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Bookkeeping & Accounting
  • Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks using Xero
  • Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
  • Payroll processing and payroll compliance
  • Bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
  • Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial reporting
  • Understanding and interpretation of profit & loss reporting and balance sheets
  • Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
  • Use Dext for invoice and document management
• Construction Cost Control & Budget Allocation
  • Review and allocate supplier invoices against the correct projects, cost codes, and budgets
  • Work alongside project managers and construction teams to ensure costing accuracy
  • Assist with monitoring project expenditure and financial tracking
  • Identify inconsistencies, missing information, or cost allocation issues
• Administration & Operational Support
  • General office administration and operational support
  • Management and organisation of business documentation and digital filing systems
  • Assist with scheduling, coordination, and administrative follow-ups where required
  • Support the business director and project teams with day-to-day operational tasks
  • Maintain organised workflows and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance administration role
• Construction industry experience highly regarded, but not essential
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable duties
• Strong proficiency with Xero
• Experience using Dext or similar document management software is preferred
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Reliable, accountable, and adaptable in a fast-moving business

Work Arrangement & Expectations

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement. To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)