Flexible Bookkeeper & Payroll Officer — Growth & Training

Career Development and Management Guru; Mackay Regional; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career progression opportunities

Ongoing training and development

Travel allowance for client visits

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Career Development and Management Guru in Mackay is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Payroll Officer. This role combines bookkeeping, payroll and client support in a flexible, growing accounting advisory firm.

Full-time or part-time options are available, with ongoing training and career growth. The team offers a supportive environment with a focus on accuracy, proactive service, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Previous bookkeeping and payroll experience is essential.
• Certificate III or IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting is highly regarded.
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and QuickBooks.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Positive, proactive and team-oriented attitude.

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-related queries.
• Identify opportunities to improve systems, processes and efficiencies.
• Ensure compliance with relevant payroll and accounting requirements.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Client service

Attention to detail

Time management

Microsoft Office

Education

Certificate III or IV in Bookkeeping and Accounting

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

Career Development and Management Guru in Mackay is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper / Payroll Officer. This role combines bookkeeping, payroll and client support in a flexible, growing accounting advisory firm.

Full-time or part-time options are available, with ongoing training and career growth. The team offers a supportive environment with a focus on accuracy, proactive service, and continuous improvement.