Bookkeeper & Payroll Specialist - Flexible & Growth

SHE HR Consulting; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Uniforms provided

Travel allowance for client visits

Job summary

SHE HR Consulting is assisting a Mackay-based advisory firm to recruit a Bookkeeper / Payroll Officer. The role combines payroll, bookkeeping and client support within a supportive accounting practice.

The position offers flexibility with full‑time or part‑time options, ongoing training, and career progression in a well‑established Mackay firm. A positive, proactive team culture and client‑focused service are emphasised.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping and payroll experience essential.
• Certificate III or IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting highly regarded.
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Process weekly, fortnightly and monthly payrolls including all compliance obligations.
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Complete bank, payroll and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly and monthly management reports.
• Respond to client enquiries and provide bookkeeping support.
• Maintain accurate financial records and client data.
• Assist clients with software and bookkeeping queries.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with payroll and accounting requirements.

Skills

Payroll processing

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Time management

Client service

Communication

Team oriented

Learning new systems

Education

Certificate III/IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

SHE HR Consulting is assisting a Mackay-based advisory firm to recruit a Bookkeeper / Payroll Officer. The role combines payroll, bookkeeping and client support within a supportive accounting practice.

The position offers flexibility with full‑time or part‑time options, ongoing training, and career progression in a well‑established Mackay firm. A positive, proactive team culture and client‑focused service are emphasised.