Australian Qualified Bookkeeper

Position Description
Title: Australian Qualified Bookkeeper
Reports To: Director
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Role Overview:
We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Australian Qualified Bookkeeper to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Australian financial and tax regulations and will be responsible for performing a wide range of bookkeeping tasks with efficiency and accuracy. CPA qualification is preferred, and proficiency in MYOB or Xero is essential.
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Key Responsibilities:

General Bookkeeping Duties
1. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with Australian accounting standards.
2. Reconcile accounts and bank statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
3. Load invoices for payment and manage accounts payable processes.
4. Invoice customers and interrelated companies promptly and accurately.

Taxation & Compliance
1. Prepare and lodge GST returns in compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements.
2. Manage Australian local taxes, rates, and property management notices, including tracking deadlines and processing
payments.
3. Provide accurate and timely information to external accountants for tax filings and audits.

System Proficiency
1. Ensure high proficiency and maintenance of financial systems, specifically MYOB or Xero.
2. Troubleshoot and resolve system-related queries to maintain seamless operations.

Reporting & Collaboration
1. Provide periodic financial reports as required by management or external stakeholders.
2. Collaborate with interrelated companies to streamline financial processes and maintain accurate intercompany
reconciliations.
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Key Qualifications and Skills:
1. Qualifications: Australian Qualified Bookkeeper; CPA qualification preferred.
2. Experience: Proven experience in bookkeeping, with strong knowledge of Australian financial and tax regulations.
3. Technical Skills:
- Super proficient in MYOB or Xero, including advanced functions.
- Skilled in preparing and lodging GST returns and managing local tax obligations.
4. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy in financial record-keeping and reconciliation.
5. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with stakeholders and external
accountants.
6. Organizational Skills: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain meticulous records.
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Key Competencies:
1. Integrity and confidentiality in handling sensitive financial data.
2. Analytical mindset with problem-solving abilities.

Commitment to continuous improvement and staying updated with changes in Australian tax and financial regulations

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