Bookkeeper

RecruitShop; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible four/five-day work week

School-hour arrangements

Work from home two days

Birthday leave

Family-friendly parental leave

On-site parking

Stable role in growing firm

Collaborative team culture

Trust & integrity

Long-term opportunity

Job summary

RecruitShop, a premier Melbourne-based firm, seeks a Finance Officer to manage day-to-day bookkeeping and support reporting, payroll, and cash flow. You will process payroll, manage AP/AR, and help with BAS/IAS while liaising with clients and staff.

Ideal candidates have Xero and MYOB experience, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication. Flexible hours, on-site parking, and a supportive team culture are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as Finance Officer, Accounts Officer, Bookkeeper, or similar.
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable.
• Experience processing payroll and preparing reconciliations and reports.
• Attention to detail and strong organisational skills; good written and verbal communication.
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and Excel (intermediate).

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and finance operations.
• Handle end-to-end accounts payable and receivable, including invoices and payments.
• Process payroll, superannuation, and payroll taxes where applicable.
• Prepare monthly management accounts and financial reports with commentary.
• Assist BAS and IAS preparation, cash flow, budgeting, and forecasting.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Payroll processing

Financial reporting

MYOB

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• Join A Premier & Long-Standing Commercial Property Firm
• Hybrid Flexibility | On-Site Parking | Supportive Team Culture

• EARN $85,000 – $100,000 + Super | Flexible Hours Available
• Join A Premier & Long-Standing Commercial Property Firm
• Hybrid Flexibility | On-Site Parking | Supportive Team Culture

About The Company

Our client is one of Melbourne’s premier and long-standing commercial property firms, recognised for its trusted expertise, strong industry knowledge, and proven outcomes.

Built on trust, integrity, and teamwork, the business prides itself on fostering strong relationships, maintaining transparency, and delivering a high level of professionalism across its sales, leasing, and advisory services. The team offers a collaborative, down-to-earth environment where employees are valued and supported.

About The Opportunity

The primary purpose of this position is to manage day-to-day bookkeeping and finance operations while supporting accurate reporting, payroll, compliance, and cash flow management across the business.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Completing bookkeeping, account reconciliations and resolving financial discrepancies
• Managing end-to-end accounts payable and receivable, including supplier invoices, customer payments, and expense processing
• Processing payroll, superannuation, leave entitlements, and preparing/lodging payroll tax obligations
• Preparing monthly management accounts, financial reports, and month-end statements, including commentary on financial performance
• Assisting with BAS and IAS preparation and lodgement, cash flow projections, budgeting, and financial forecasting
• Liaising with clients, accountants, and the ATO, onboarding new employees, setting up MYOB files, and providing finance support to staff

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a Finance Officer, Accounts Officer, Bookkeeper, or similar
• Strong knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes
• Experience processing payroll, preparing reconciliations and financial reports
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skillsStrong written and verbal communication skills
• Proactive problem-solving skills and sound judgement
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and Microsoft Office (at least intermediate level for Excel)

What's in it for You?

• Flexible Four Or Five-Day Working Options
• School-Hour Arrangements May Be Considered
• Work From Home Two Days Considered
• Birthday Leave To Enjoy Your Special Day
• Generous Family-Friendly Parental Leave Policy
• Convenient On-Site Parking Provided
• Stable Role Within A Growing Property Business
• Broad Exposure Across Finance & Property
• Collaborative & Down-To-Earth Team Culture
• Supportive Workplace Built On Trust & Integrity
• Long-Term Opportunity With A Respected Firm