Bookkeeping Manager

Overview of the Role

Main duties include:

• Lead and manage a team of offshore bookkeepers, providing day-to-day guidance, training, and support. 

• Allocate and balance workloads across the team to ensure targets are met and all client deliverables are completed on time. 

• Identify and address performance issues or skill gaps through timely feedback and training. 

• Oversee and ensure accurate handling of accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, end-of-month processes, and payroll for all clients. 

• Step in to assist with complex transactions or provide coverage when required to ensure continuity of service. 

• Perform end-of-month and client file reviews. 

• Ensure timely preparation and lodgment of BAS and IAS on a monthly or quarterly basis, as applicable. 

• Act as the primary point of contact for clients on bookkeeping-related matters. 

• Conduct regular finance calls with clients (often via Microsoft Teams) to discuss AP matters, bank reconciliation queries, and other accounting issues. 

• Respond to client queries promptly, within 24 hours. 

• Ensure standard operating procedures, client workpapers, and process documentation are kept up to date and complete for each engagement. 

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 

• CPA (required). 

• 3-5 years bookkeeping/accounting experience, including team leadership. 

• Strong knowledge of Australian GST, BAS, IAS, payroll, and superannuation. 

• Advanced proficiency in Xero (certification required). 

• Proficiency with Excel spreadsheets. 

• Experience with HubDoc/Dext (expense management software). 

• Excellent communication and client relationship skills. 

• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and time management abilities. 

• High English proficiency, professionalism, and the ability to work Australian business hours as needed. 

• 500K per incident HMO coverage + Dental & Optical benefits 
• 2-week paid Christmas vacation
• Electricity & Data subsidies
• 25K Educational Assistance 
• Training and equipment will be provided
• Fixed Schedule of Mon-Fri from 7 AM to 4 PM
• Additional details will be discussed during the Job Offer stage.