Bookkeeper

Coutts Redington; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cosca Coutts Redington in Townsville invites a diligent bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping for a varied client portfolio, ensuring accurate records and timely reporting. The role is based predominantly in our Townsville office with some flexibility by agreement to support balance between client service and work-life.

You will handle bank reconciliations, payroll, BAS/IAS, and set up Xero files, while guiding clients on Xero usage and collaborating with the accounting and advisory team

Qualifications

• Public practice bookkeeping experience or experience managing multiple clients.
• Strong Xero knowledge and ability to set up files and processes.
• Payroll, GST, BAS/IAS knowledge and reporting experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate records for multiple clients including reconciliations.
• Record and categorize transactions using Xero, MYOB or Reckon.
• Prepare payroll and entitlements including STP reporting.
• Lodge BAS and IAS and related compliance docs.
• Monitor deadlines and keep clear review records.
• Set up Xero files including COA, bank feeds and permissions.
• Train clients on Xero with clear, practical guidance.
• Collaborate with accounting/advisory teams on onboarding and process improvements.

Skills

Public practice bookkeeping

Xero expertise

Xero certification

Payroll knowledge

GST/BAS/IAS knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Australian working rights

Education

Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Reckon

Job description

Full-time | Townsville | Predominantly in-office with flexibility

Join a modern, people-focused firm where quality client work, genuine teamwork and flexibility go hand in hand.

Bookkeeper

About us

Cosca Coutts Redington is a progressive accounting and advisory firm with strong local roots and a growing Queensland presence. We combine the relationships and personal service of a regional firm with the systems, capability and opportunities of a larger team.

Our people are central to our success. We offer a supportive, collaborative workplace where you are trusted to do your best work, encouraged to keep learning and supported to build a career that works for you.

About the role

As a Bookkeeper, you will manage the day-to-day bookkeeping needs of a varied client portfolio. You will build trusted client relationships, maintain accurate records and help clients feel confident in their financial information and obligations.

This is a full-time role based predominantly in our Townsville office. We value face-to-face connection, collaboration and client service, while offering reasonable flexibility by agreement to support our people and the needs of the role.

What you’ll be doing

• Maintain accurate accounting records for multiple clients, including bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Record and categorise transactions and process accounts payable and receivable using Xero, MYOB or Reckon.
• Prepare and process payroll, employee entitlements, leave, superannuation and Single Touch Payroll reporting.
• Prepare and support the lodgment of BAS, IAS and related compliance documentation.
• Monitor deadlines, follow up information and maintain clear records for review and audit purposes.
• Set up and maintain Xero files, including charts of accounts, bank feeds and user permissions.
• Guide and train clients in using Xero in a clear, practical and patient way.
• Work closely with our accounting and advisory teams when onboarding clients or improving processes.

What you’ll bring

• Full Australian working rights.
• Previous public practice bookkeeping experience or demonstrated experience managing multiple clients across different industries.
• A Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping, or a relevant equivalent qualification.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero and related applications; Xero certification is highly regarded.
• Practical knowledge of payroll, GST, superannuation and BAS/IAS requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Clear, professional communication and a genuine commitment to client service.
• A collaborative mindset, initiative and an interest in continuous improvement.

Why join Cosca Coutts Redington?

• A modern, supportive and people-focused workplace.
• Predominantly office-based work with genuine flexibility by agreement.
• A collaborative team, approachable leaders and an open-door culture.
• Ongoing professional development, practical learning and opportunities to grow.
• Varied, meaningful work with clients across a broad range of industries.
• The strength and resources of a growing Queensland firm, with local relationships at its heart.

Please note: applicants must have full Australian working rights and meet the experience requirements outlined above.