Payroll/Bookkeeper

Icsen Projects; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Flexible casual working arrangement

Supportive, collaborative, and small 팀

Positive workplace culture where input

Strong team support with employee well

Modern office facilities

Job summary

Nexsus Marketing & Recruiting in Port Melbourne is seeking an experienced Senior Payroll/Bookkeeper with some admin duties to join our team. You will manage payroll for over 200 employees, maintain records, support day-to-day bookkeeping, and assist with admin tasks within a growing family business.

We offer a modern office and a supportive team culture that values your experience, ideas, and contributions. Part-time role with flexible days and a casual working arrangement.

Qualifications

• Payroll processing experience, preferably childcare sector.
• Minimum 5 years’ senior bookkeeping experience.
• Exceptional reconciliation and financial accuracy.
• Fast, accurate data entry with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MYOB.
• Organised with strong time management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder liaison skills.
• Ability to work with small team and autonomously.
• Proficient in English and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable accurately and efficiently.
• Complete monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and process payments.
• Assist with month-end processes and monthly management accounts.
• Prepare payroll and related reporting.
• Support Accounts Manager as required.
• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with admin duties.

Job description

Location: Port Melbourne
Hours: Mondays to Thursdays, 10:00am – 4:30pm (with flexibility to take on additional days)
Employment Type: Part Time

Nexsus Marketing & Recruiting is a family-run business based in Port Melbourne, operating three Childcare Centres . Due to continued growth and expansion, we are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Payroll/Bookkeeper with some administrative duties to join our team.

Working closely with our Accounts Manager, you will be responsible for the payroll of over 200 employees, keeping accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day bookkeeping, and assisting with administrative tasks within our growing business.

We offer a modern office environment, a small and supportive team, and a workplace culture where your experience, ideas, and contribution are valued.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package

• Flexible casual working arrangement with the opportunity for additional days

• Supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team environment

• Positive workplace culture where your input is valued

• Strong team support with a focus on employee wellbeing

• Modern office facilities

Skills & Experience

• Proficient in payroll processing (preferably in the Childcare Industry)

• Ability to use your initiative

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in senior-level bookkeeping

• Exceptional reconciliation skills and strong financial accuracy

• Fast and accurate data entry skills

• High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Proficient experience using MYOB

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

• Professional, positive, and proactive attitude

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a small team

• Liaising with stakeholders, including suppliers, early years staff, Department of Education

• Highly organised with strong time management skills

• Team player with the ability to work autonomously

• Proficiency in English and Microsoft Office

Key Responsibilities

• Process accounts payable accurately and efficiently

• Complete monthly bank account and credit card reconciliations

• Reconcile supplier accounts and process payments

• Assist with month-end processes, including preparation and lodgment of monthly management accounts

• Prepare payroll and related reporting

• Provide support to the Accounts Manager as required

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with general administration duties

If you are experienced in payroll and bookkeeping and are looking for a part time role within a growing family business, we would love to hear from you.