Bookkeeper

Lawson Elliott Recruitment; Cumberland; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawson Elliott Recruitment – Granville NSW is seeking a capable bookkeeper to manage end-to-end financials for a private construction business. You will handle AP/AR, bank reconciliations, BAS lodgement and month-end tasks in a hands-on role.

With experience in Xero or MYOB and a proven eye for detail, you will work independently within a close-knit team and support the Finance Manager to keep accounts accurate and compliant.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar full-function bookkeeping role.
• Hands-on skills in accounting software such as Xero or MYOB.
• Solid working knowledge of accounts payable, receivable and BAS.
• Exposure to construction, trades or project-based environments is well regarded.
• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable, including supplier and subcontractor invoices
• Manage accounts receivable, invoicing and debtor follow-up
• Complete daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Prepare and lodge BAS and GST
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain the general ledger and assist with month-end close
• Manage petty cash, credit cards and expense reconciliations
• Provide general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Bank reconciliation

Attention to detail

Independent worker

General ledger

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Lawson Elliott Recruitment – Granville NSW

This well-established, privately owned construction business has built a strong reputation across Sydney over many years, backed by a steady pipeline of projects and a close-knit team. It offers a supportive environment and places real value on the wellbeing of its people.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end accounts payable, including supplier and subcontractor invoices
• Manage accounts receivable, invoicing and debtor follow-up
• Complete daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Prepare and lodge BAS and GST
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Maintain the general ledger and assist with month-end close
• Manage petty cash, credit cards and expense reconciliations
• Provide general finance and administrative support to the Finance Manager

To be considered for this role you will have proven experience in a similar full-function bookkeeping role, with strong, hands‑on skills in accounting software such as Xero or MYOB, and a solid working knowledge of accounts payable, receivable and BAS. Exposure to construction, trades or another project-based environment will be well regarded. Just as importantly, you will bring sharp attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a practical, roll‑up-your‑sleeves approach.