Bookkeeper / Administration

Bottega; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Flexible part-time role

Job summary

Bottega is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Administrator to join our hospitality group in Melbourne on a part-time basis (approximately 20 hours per week). The role covers bookkeeping, accounts, payroll administration and general office tasks across our venues, with a hybrid work option.

You will report to the directors and venue managers and enjoy flexible hours with no late-night shifts. Ideal candidates have at least 2 years bookkeeping experience, strong Xero skills, BAS knowledge and

Qualifications

• 2+ years bookkeeping experience in a small to mid-size business.
• Proficient with BAS and payroll administration.
• Experience using Xero and Microsoft Office.
• Hospitality sector experience is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Bank reconciliations and online banking
• Invoicing and payment processing
• Financial reporting and management accounting
• BAS, IAS, PAYG and Payroll Tax
• Payroll administration, including Superannuation and WorkCover
• Managing credits, refunds and cash flow
• Supplier accounts and credit applications
• Internal stock transfers
• General administration, data entry and ad‑hoc office tasks

Skills

2+ years bookkeeping

Payroll experience (PAYG, Super, WorkC

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Bottega | Luxsmith | The Vic Hotel Footscray | Yardbird

Who We Are

We’re a small, established hospitality group operating four venues across Melbourne and Albury:

Luxsmith – Mod-Asian restaurant & wine bar, Seddon

The Vic Hotel – A local pub favourite, Footscray

Yardbird – Modern European restaurant, Albury

About the Role

We’re a hands‑on team and are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper / Administrator to join us in a part‑time capacity.

This is a varied role of approximately 20 hours per week, working across bookkeeping, accounts, payroll administration and general office administration.

There is the potential for a hybrid working arrangement, with a combination of working from home and onsite across our venues as required.

You’ll work closely with our directors and venue managers, so we’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable, comfortable working independently and happy to get involved across different areas of the business.

The best part? Hospitality hours without the hospitality hours! No nights or weekends required.

What’s on Offer?

• Approximately 20 hours per week
• $35–$45 per hour, depending on experience
• Monday–Friday
• Hybrid working flexibility can be negotiated
• CBD and western suburbs locations
• Flexible, varied role with plenty of autonomy
• Established and growing hospitality group

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Payable & Receivable
• Bank reconciliations and online banking
• Invoicing and payment processing
• Financial reporting and management accounting
• BAS, IAS, PAYG and Payroll Tax
• Payroll administration, including Superannuation and WorkCover
• Managing credits, refunds and cash flow
• Supplier accounts and credit applications
• Internal stock transfers
• General administration, data entry and ad‑hoc office tasks

About You

• 2+ years’ bookkeeping experience
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• Experience with BAS
• Payroll experience, including PAYG, Superannuation, WorkCover and Payroll Tax
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Able to work independently and manage competing priorities
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
• Hospitality experience is highly desirable
• Hospitality experience is highly desirable, particularly if you understand the pace, systems and financial demands of restaurants, pubs or hotels.

If you’re an experienced bookkeeper looking for a flexible, part‑time role with variety and genuine responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.