Account Administrator / Bookkeeper

Colliers; Ballarat; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Flexible working arrangements

Team events

Job summary

Colliers in Ballarat, Victoria, is seeking a precise Bookkeeper for our Real Estate Management team. You will manage trust receipts, AR/AP, deposits and balance reporting to keep offices compliant and running smoothly.

Join a connected regional team with flexible arrangements, birthday leave, and regular team events. Monday–Friday, no weekends. Opportunity to impact property operations across Ballarat, Geelong and Bendigo.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping or similar finance roles, ideally in real estate.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance focus.
• Confidence with financial processes and systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily receipting across multiple trust accounts.
• Handle accounts receivable and payable efficiently.
• Collaborate with departments to process deposits, settlements and related financials.
• Support property managers with outgoings reconciliations and estimates.
• Prepare end-of-month reporting and assist with general operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Financial systems

Team collaboration

Education

Bookkeeping experience

Job description

Looking for a role where precision meets purpose, and where your work genuinely keeps the wheels turning?

At Colliers, we’re more than just commercial property. We’re a connected team across Ballarat, Geelong, and Bendigo, working together to deliver outstanding outcomes for our clients. We’re now on the lookout for a sharp, reliable Bookkeeper to join our Real Estate Management team.

This is a key position supporting our property management teams across the region. You’ll be the backbone of our accounting function, making sure everything balances, runs on time, and meets compliance standards.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Managing daily receipting across multiple trust accounts.
• Handling accounts receivable and payable.
• Work collaboratively with other departments within the business to process Sales and Leasing – Deposits, Accounts Sales, Settlements and all other financial requirements.
• Supporting property managers with outgoings reconciliations and annual estimates.
• End of month reporting.
• Assisting the wider team with general operational support as needed.

Qualifications

You’re someone who thrives on accuracy and structure, but also enjoys being part of a supportive, fast-paced team. You take pride in getting the details right and understand the importance of compliance in bookkeeping.

Ideally, you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in bookkeeping or a similar finance role (real estate preferred).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Confidence working with financial systems and processes.A proactive, team-first attitude.

Additional Information

Why Colliers?

• Work across a connected regional network spanning Ballarat, Geelong, and Bendigo.
• Join a collaborative, down-to-earth team culture.
• Enjoy birthday leave to celebrate your day.
• Monday to Friday schedule — no weekend work.
• Take part in quarterly team lunches, plus EOFY and Christmas events.
• Access reimbursement for fitness memberships.
• Benefit from flexible working arrangements.
• Play a key role in supporting the success of our property management operations.

If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your impact is visible every day, we’d love to hear from you.

Account Administrator / Bookkeeper • Ballarat, Victoria, Australia