The Role
Provide end-to-end bookkeeping and payroll services for a client portfolio using Xero and MYOB. Reconcile accounts, process payroll (STP, PAYG, super), prepare ATO/BAS reconciliations, set up Xero files, maintain client records, support client onboarding and administrative tasks, and ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance.
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Responsibilities
Requirements
Work Arrangement
- Position Summary:
The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for delivering high-quality bookkeeping and payroll services to a diverse portfolio of clients across various industries. This role requires excellent attention to detail, strong knowledge of Australian taxation and payroll obligations, and the ability to identify and resolve accounting discrepancies. The Senior Bookkeeper also provides administrative support for client onboarding and professional correspondence.
Key Responsibilities:
Bookkeeping:
- Perform end-to-end bookkeeping services for a portfolio of clients.
- Process and accurately allocate financial transactions within accounting software (primarily Xero and MYOB).
- Reconcile bank accounts, credit cards, loan accounts, and other balance sheet accounts.
- Process payroll in accordance with relevant legislation, awards, and employment agreements.
- Manage payroll reporting obligations, including Single Touch Payroll (STP), PAYG withholding, and superannuation.
- Set up new Xero files, including chart of accounts, bank feeds, payroll settings, and client-specific configurations.
- Reconcile ATO integrated client accounts, including: Goods and Services Tax (GST) PAYG Withholding Income Tax
- Review Profit and Loss Statements and Balance Sheets to identify inconsistencies, coding errors, unreconciled balances, and other accounting issues.
- Investigate and correct bookkeeping errors to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records and working papers. Administration:
- Prepare engagement letters and onboarding documentation for new clients.
- Prepare ethics letters and professional clearance requests to previous accountants.
- Assist with the onboarding of new clients into the practice management and accounting systems.
- Maintain electronic client files and ensure documentation is complete and accurately recorded.
- Support accountants with administrative tasks relating to bookkeeping and compliance engagements.
Requirements
- Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping experience in a public accounting or bookkeeping practice.
- Advanced knowledge of Xero.
- Strong understanding of Australian GST, BAS, PAYG withholding, payroll, and ATO compliance requirements.
- Experience processing payroll for multiple clients.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting, or equivalent qualification.
- Experience working within a public accounting practice. Key Competencies:
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Professional and client-focused approach.
- High level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines. Performance Expectations: Success in this role will be demonstrated by:
- Accurate and timely completion of bookkeeping and payroll services.
- Well-maintained and reconciled client accounting records.
- High-quality financial reports with minimal review adjustments.
- Timely completion of ATO reconciliations and compliance obligations.
- Effective management of workload and adherence to deadlines.
- Active contribution to improving systems, processes, and client service.
Work Arrangement
- Work Setup: On-site
- Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 5 hours per day inclusive of 1 hour unpaid lunch
Why you should join our team!
Leaves entitlement, HMO and life insurance upon hire!
Ready to take on the next challenge? If you’re looking for an organisation with outstanding career-development opportunities, amazing work-life culture, and comprehensive benefits crafted to support work-life harmony, you might be a perfect fit at Deployed!
At Deployed, we truly believe that our team is the core highlight of our brand. With our goal of being a top business partner for our global clients, we take it as a responsibility to build a diverse, inclusive, and growth-oriented work environment where employees of all backgrounds and lifestyles feel a sense of belonging, mutual respect, and kindness.
Skills Required
- Minimum 5 years bookkeeping experience in a public accounting or bookkeeping practice.
- Advanced knowledge of Xero.
- Experience with MYOB.
- Strong understanding of Australian GST, BAS, PAYG withholding, payroll, and ATO compliance requirements.
- Experience processing payroll for multiple clients (including STP and superannuation obligations).
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple clients and competing deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
- Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, Diploma of Accounting, or equivalent qualification.
- Experience working within a public accounting practice.
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What We Do
Deployed is a non-traditional BPO company that provides offshore staffing solutions and remote staffing services, helping businesses leverage a wider talent pool by bridging cultural and communication barriers.
