Senior Bookkeeper | Eastern Suburbs Melbourne, VIC

• Join an industry-leading Engineering consultancy and Training company
  


• Competitive salary with additional employee benefits
  


• Part-time candidates encouraged to apply, with agreed transition to Full-time

The Company...  

The Company is a well-established Australian specialist service provider that operates across Australia and internationally. Based in a world-class facility, they deliver leading multi-disciplined testing, consulting, and technical training services across Australia. With operations and facilities spanning multiple states, they have developed a strong reputation for delivering high-quality services across a range of industries including aviation, defense, manufacturing, mining, oil and gas, utilities, legal, insurance, and loss assessing. They are currently seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to join their Victorian based team in Scoresby.

The Position...

Reporting to the CEO, the Senior Bookkeeper will be responsible for overseeing and managing the company’s financial operations with a focus on management accounting tasks, cost control, and value-added analysis. Whilst the role is being offered as a full-time role, the company will also consider candidates seeking part-time employment who will commit to converting to a full-time position with an agreed transition period.

Specific role responsibilities include:

• Completing the month end process and preparing monthly management reports.
  


• Preparing monthly Board of Management information packs, and communicating key financial information. 
  


• Managing company cash flow to ensure business continuity. 
  


• Analysing financial results, identifying and problem solving issues. 
  


• Monitoring departmental and company budgets and costs. 
  


• Preparing annual company and departmental budgets.
  


• Working with the CEO & Leadership team to understand variances and identify cost savings opportunities. 
  


• Conducting financial analysis and modelling to support decision making. 
  


• Providing commentary and insights on financial performance.
  


• Ensuring compliance with accounting policies and regulatory requirements (including payroll).
  


• Managing company insurances (including Workcover). 
  


• Working in the ATO Business Portal and with the external Accountant to prepare company accounts, employee share management, BAS, and annual tax returns. 
  


• Performing the role of Company Secretary.
  


• Overseeing a team that undertakes accounts payable/receivable, payroll, and monthly reconciliations.
  


• Identifying and implementing automated reporting and work practices across the team.
  

The Ideal Candidate... 

The ideal candidate must have the following:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a senior bookkeeping/finance role with a focus on management accounting.
  


• Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping (minimum) or Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, or related field.
  


• Full function bookkeeping skills (Payroll, AP, AR processing, reconciliations).
  


• Experience in a service-based industry (desirable).
  


• Strong leadership skills.
  


• Experience using a CRM system.
  


• Solid knowledge of the MYOB system and management of financial information.
  


• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and financial management.
  


• Knowledge of relevant ATO rules and regulations.
  


• Knowledge of regular financial reporting requirements and management accounting.
  


• Understanding of basic payroll-related laws with respect to processing wages, leave, TOIL, super, tax.
  


• Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  


• Proficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint.
  


• Ability to work under pressure, manage workload, and delegate.
  


• Excellent planning and organisational skills.
  


• High attention to detail.
  


• Ability to multi-task and excellent prioritisation skills with the ability to meet deadlines.
  


• Work successfully in both a team environment and autonomously.  
  


• High level of accountability, integrity and confidentiality.
  


• Strong work ethic and a commitment to continual personal development.
  

The Benefits... 

• Being part of a dedicated team in a supportive and friendly work environment, where the company considers their employees to be the most valuable asset to the business.
  


• Permanent position with a competitive salary package (based on experience), plus super.
  


• Professional development opportunities.
  


• Employee benefits & discount scheme.
  


• Optional vehicle novated lease opportunity.
  


• Annual health and wellness benefit.
  


• Free onsite parking.
  

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