[Hiring] Senior Bookkeeper @Hunt St

Role Description

We are seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to own day-to-day finance and admin operations in a full-time role, working independently to manage processes, provide proactive reporting, and support business growth across a national expansion, while also assisting an established group company.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping functions, ensuring accurate and timely financial records
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Process invoicing and maintain accurate expense tracking
• Support payroll processing, including superannuation compliance
• Assist with BAS preparation and related reporting requirements
• Monitor cash flow, prepare forecasts, and conduct cost analysis
• Prepare and maintain stock/inventory level reporting
• Coordinate shipping documentation and related administrative tasks
• Liaise with external accountants and advisors as required
• Provide general administrative and finance process support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years’ bookkeeping experience, preferably within Australian businesses
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks
• Strong understanding of Australian compliance requirements, including BAS, GST, and superannuation
• Proven experience across the full bookkeeping cycle, including accounts payable/receivable, reconciliations, BAS preparation, and payroll processing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Self-motivated and capable of independently managing end-to-end processes
• High attention to detail with the ability to maintain a broader commercial perspective

Nice-to-haves

• Exposure to construction, manufacturing, or product-based businesses
• Multi-entity bookkeeping
• Cash flow forecasting capability

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”)