Accounting and Administration

seek.com.au; City of Monash; On-site; AUD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A part-time CPA role in a growing technology company is available in Mulgrave, with initial one day per week on-site and potential to increase to two days. The position combines day-to-day accounting, financial planning, and compliance, including interaction with the ATO and R&D tax incentives.

The successful candidate will manage payroll, accounts payable and receivable, BAS and other ATO obligations, and work closely with the CEO to produce financial reports and planning documents.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of accounting experience.
• Experience with Xero in a growing tech environment.
• Payroll administration and bookkeeping expertise.
• Experience handling ATO compliance.
• Ability to prepare cash flow forecasts and financial projections.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with management collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Process payroll for salaried staff and contractors.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Support BAS lodgement and other ATO obligations.
• Liaise with the ATO as needed.
• Assist with R&D Tax Incentive claims and documentation.
• Assist with grant applications and government reporting.
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and financial projections.
• Prepare financial reports with the CEO and assist year-end processes.

Skills

Xero

Bookkeeping

Payroll administration

ATO compliance

Cash flow forecasting

Communication

Independent work

Education

CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking a qualified CPA to join our team on a part-time basis.

Initially, the role will require one day per week working from our Mulgrave office, with the possibility of increasing to two days per week down the line.

This position combines day-to-day accounting responsibilities with financial planning and compliance and relationship management with the ATO, making it an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with a growing technology company.

Key Responsibilities

• Process payroll for both salaried employees and contractors
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Preparation and lodgement support for BAS and other ATO obligations
• Liaise with the Australian Taxation Office when required
• Assist with R&D Tax Incentive claims and supporting documentation
• Assist with grant applications and government reporting requirements
• Prepare cash flow forecasts and financial projections
• Work closely with the CEO to prepare financial reports and planning documents
• Support end-of-year accounting processes and liaise with external accountants where required

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• 3+ years experience
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Experience in bookkeeping and payroll administration
• Experience dealing with the ATO and Australian tax compliance
• Experience/Knowledge of preparing cash flow forecasts and financial projections
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently while collaborating closely with management