Account Administrator / Bookkeeper

Colliers; Geelong; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday leave

Flexible working

Team lunches

Fitness membership reimbursement

Job summary

Colliers is seeking a precise Bookkeeper to join our Real Estate Management team, supporting property management operations across Ballarat, Geelong, and Bendigo. Based in Ballarat or Geelong, the role focuses on accurate accounting, timely processing, and compliance to keep the gears turning smoothly.

You’ll manage trust receipting, AR/AP, end-of-month reporting, and support cross-departmental financial workflows, with a collaborative, team-first culture and flexible working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Financial systems

Team player

Job description

• Employment Category: Permanent Full Time

Company Description

Our collaborative culture sets us apart. We help experts become true specialists and provide the supportive long-term structure and platform needed to accelerate your career and success.

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 role could be based in either Ballarat or Geelong.

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.