📘 Bookkeeper – Expression of Interest

Join the Justwise Team

We’re always open to hearing from experienced, detail-driven bookkeepers who are passionate about helping businesses thrive. Whether you're looking for flexibility or long-term stability, Justwise Accounting could be the right fit for your next chapter.

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🧾 About the Role

We are open to expressions of interest for the following arrangements:

🔸Part-time basis (20–25 hrs/week): $28–$35/hour

🔸Permanent part-time position (20–24 hrs/week): $30–$38/hour

🔸Casual (10–15 hrs/week): $40–$52/hour

🔸Full-time (38 hrs/week): $38–$52/hour

Workdays: Monday to Friday

👤 About You

🔹Australian citizenship or permanent work rights

🔹Proven 3–5 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting roles (preferred)

🔹High attention to detail and accuracy

🔹Strong verbal and written communication skills

🔹Strong analytical skills and understanding of GST and basic tax coding

🔹Comprehensive knowledge of accounting and financial legislation

🔹Familiarity with superannuation guidelines

🔹Demonstrated understanding of accrual accounting principles with practical experience

🎓 Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Experience

🔹Proven ability to complete BAS and STP

🔹One year of income tax preparation experience (preferred)

🔹Successfully completed a recognised tax training course (preferred)

🔹Willingness to be trained

🔹Bookkeeping experience (payroll experience preferred, not required)

🔹Experience with QuickBooks Online, Xero, CRMs, and Microsoft Office

🔹Previous experience in a similar role

Qualifications

🔸Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (minimum requirement)

🔸Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Accounting (preferred)

🔸Degree-qualified in Accounting or Finance

🔸Business Administration Certificate (advantageous)

Tasks & Responsibilities

Tax

🔹Preparation of business/individual tax returns

🔹Liaison with the ATO on behalf of clients

🔹Processing of client refunds

🔹BAS and STP lodgements

🔹Reviewing completed activity statements

🔹Submission of payroll tax reports

Reports

🔹Accurate preparation and lodgement of BAS

🔹Assist with financial reports

🔹BAS preparation and STP reporting

Accounts Receivable/Payable

🔸Invoice tracking

🔸Raising purchase orders and submitting to accounts payable

🔸Assisting in the development of quotes

🔸Handling accounts payable and receivable

🔸Preparing and processing debtor invoices

🔸Reconciling creditor statements

🔸Preparing and processing invoices, bills, and expense reports

Bookkeeping

🔸General ledger reconciliation

🔸Bank and petty cash reconciliations

🔸Credit card reconciliations

🔸Managing and reviewing bookkeeping and ledgers for clients

🔸Data entry and accurate record-keeping

🔸Monthly, yearly, and EOFY financial reports

🔸Reconcile bank accounts and financial state

🔸Processing high-volume daily client receipts

🔸Document management

Additional Duties (As Required)

🔸Debtor follow-up

🔸Communicating with clients, customers, and suppliers

🔸Management of expenses

🔸Preparing and paying creditors on time

🔸Ensuring creditor invoices are posted to correct GL

🔸Reviewing debtor accounts and flagging issues

🔸Maintaining petty cash and banking duties

🔸Overseeing invoice approval process

General Administration
  • Filing, organising meetings, booking travel

  • Acting as a backup for other teams

  • Monitoring inboxes, flagging urgent matters, following up

  • Phone management

  • Mail and courier management

  • General reception duties

💼 What We Offer

  • Flexible, family-friendly working arrangements

  • Variety in your day-to-day tasks

  • Stable and long-term role

  • Friendly and supportive team

  • Convenient location and remote work opportunities