Bookkeeper

Conquest; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career advancement

Benefits package

Job summary

Conquest, a Sydney-based real estate developer and builder, is hiring a Bookkeeper to join our Finance team. You will manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks, maintain ledgers, process invoices, and support tax compliance across construction projects.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, 2+ years' experience, and proficiency with XERO and CHEOPS. We offer a competitive salary and a supportive, collaborative work environment in Sydney.

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or similar formal training.
• Registered BAS Agent (preferred but not essential).
• 2+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role.
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, GST and BAS requirements.
• Experience in the construction or property industry (preferred).
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience with accounting software (for us, XERO and CHEOPS).
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise and multitask, and to work to deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping, including data entry, ledger posting and coding transactions to the right cost centre and project
• Processing supplier invoices and payments, from matching purchase orders and getting approvals to scheduling payment runs
• Raising customer invoices and progress claims, and following up on overdue accounts
• Completing bank, credit card, supplier and intercompany reconciliations, and sorting out any discrepancies
• Preparing BAS, IAS and PAYG working papers and supporting tax compliance
• Tracking subcontractor payments and retentions across our construction projects
• Supporting month-end and year-end, including accruals, prepayments and information for our accountants and auditors
• Looking after the accounts inbox and being a friendly point of contact for suppliers, customers and our internal teams

Skills

GST/BAS knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Multitasking

Independent worker

Education

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Registered BAS Agent

Tools

XERO

CHEOPS

Job description

Conquest is a real estate developer builder with offices in Sydney, Australia and London, UK. With over 20 years of experience delivering institutional real estate across three core sectors, Residential, Retail and Hotels, the firm is strategically positioned to capitalise on opportunities in these markets.

Due to our exponential growth, we are seeking an autonomous and administrative Bookkeeper to join our Finance team.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping, including data entry, ledger posting and coding transactions to the right cost centre and project
• Processing supplier invoices and payments, from matching purchase orders and getting approvals to scheduling payment runs
• Raising customer invoices and progress claims, and following up on overdue accounts
• Completing bank, credit card, supplier and intercompany reconciliations, and sorting out any discrepancies
• Preparing BAS, IAS and PAYG working papers and supporting tax compliance
• Tracking subcontractor payments and retentions across our construction projects
• Supporting month-end and year-end, including accruals, prepayments and information for our accountants and auditors
• Looking after the accounts inbox and being a friendly point of contact for suppliers, customers and our internal teams

About Us:

Conquest is a real estate developer builder with offices in Sydney, Australia and London, UK. With over 20 years of experience delivering institutional real estate across three core sectors, Residential, Retail and Hotels, the firm is strategically positioned to capitalise on opportunities in these markets.

Due to our exponential growth, we are seeking an autonomous and administrative Bookkeeper to join our Finance team.

What We're Looking For:

• Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or similar formal training
• Registered BAS Agent (preferred but not essential)
• 2+ years’ experience in a bookkeeping or accounts role
• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, GST and BAS requirements
• Experience in the construction or property industry (preferred)
• Intermediate Excel skills and experience with accounting software (for us, XERO and CHEOPS)
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise and multitask, and to work to deadlines
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work with both financial and non‑financial stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and as part of a broader team
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion

Why Join Us:

At Conquest, we are committed to providing our employees with a supportive and rewarding work environment. You can expect a competitive salary, realistic opportunities for career advancement, and a comprehensive benefits package.