Bookkeeper Team Lead

About my client

My client is a small and expanding bookkeeping business based on the lower north shore.They are a committed team of bookkeeping professionals who provide quality, customised bookkeeping and business support services to a range of clients. They pride themselves on offering an exceptional and personalised service that goes above and beyond. They are passionate about recommending improvements to existing business systems and processes. They differentiate by adding value beyond the provision of narrow operational bookkeeping support.

About the role

You will supervise and develop a small team of bookkeepers. You will be responsible for a portfolio of business clients ensuring a premium service with a strong focus on business consulting. This role requires someone with a strong eye for detail and the ability to recommend improvements to clients existing business systems to maximise efficiency, reduce business costs and improve profitability and cash flow. Strong time management and accuracy skills are essential, as you will be required to work across different jobs simultaneously. The successful candidate will have the ability to work independently, motivate and develop others and have solid customer care skills. This is a permanent, full-time position, Monday to Friday inclusive. My client is family friendly and flexible.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a small office
• Supervising team members
• Bookkeeping functions for multiple clients
• Recording financial transactions using Xero and Intuit QuickBooks Software
• Arranging payments of client creditors
• Preparing and sending invoices
• Processing payroll & reviewing wage increases in line with Fair work or Wage line
• Bank Reconciliations
• GL reconciliations of Balance Sheet Accounts (Loans Liabilities & Intercompany Accounts)
• Preparation of BAS, IAS, Payroll Tax and superannuation
• Reviewing client figures for accuracy
• Debt collection & account follow up for clients
• Updating of client databases
• Cash flow forecasting & management
• Preparation & presentation of management reports
• Quality control of colleagues work
• Identify areas for improvement with clients workflow & investigate solutions
• Add-on suggestions and implementation and assist manager with implementation of new workflows
• Assist in the training and development of internal staff

About you

Ideally, you will have around 5 years experience in the accounting industry. You will have completed a Certificate 4 in bookkeeping (min) or possess an appropriate accounting qualification.

You will have demonstrated experience at supervising others. To be successful in this role, you will also need:

• Minimum 2 years' experience using Xero and Intuit QuickBooks and high proficiency in Excel
• Experience with ADD-ON solutions

• An ability to balance accuracy with timeliness (my clients needs both!)
• Strong time management skills - able to meet deadlines consistently
• A self- starter with a proven ability to identify and solve problems
• Strong drive to identify and develop strategies to improve efficiency and add value
• A drivers licence and reliable transport
• Strong interpersonal skills. Able to communicate effectively with clients, the business owner and team members
• To be a team player. A friendly and collaborative approach to work is essential.

Sound like you? If so, Apply Now. Do include a brief cover letter explaining your interest in applying for this position. Note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Want to talk before applying? Call Tony Swift from Swift Support on 0475 790 878.