Senior Bookkeeper | Flexible, Global Growth

ACCLIME CORPORATE SERVICES AUSTRALIA PTY LTD; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Birthday Leave

Acclime Wellness Day Leave

Job summary

Acclime is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality bookkeeping and financial support services to a diverse client base. This hands-on, client-facing role oversees day-to-day bookkeeping, supports junior and offshore team members, and assists with the preparation and accuracy of financial information used in management and statutory reporting.

The Senior Bookkeeper ensures client records are accurate, up to date, and compliant, enabling

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a senior bookkeeping role.
• Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong experience using Xero and related apps.
• Intermediate to advanced Excel skills.
• Solid understanding of Australian bookkeeping and payroll requirements, including BAS, STP, superannuation, payroll tax and WorkCover.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of bookkeeping clients across a range of industries.
• Act as a key point of contact for bookkeeping‑related client queries.
• Proactively identify issues within client records and elevate where required.
• Ensure work is delivered accurately on time, and in line with agreed service standards.
• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, bank and balance sheet reconciliations, and payroll processing.
• Prepare activity statements (BAS/IAS) and monthly/ad-hoc management reports.
• Assist senior accountants with month‑end/year‑end processes and reconciliations.
• Review bookkeeping work prepared by junior and offshore team members.
• Provide guidance and training to junior bookkeepers and offshore teams.

Skills

Senior bookkeeping

Xero experience

Excel

BAS & STP knowledge

Autonomous work

Education

Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping

BAS Agent registration (eligible)

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Acclime is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our team and support the delivery of high-quality bookkeeping and financial support services to a diverse client base. This hands-on, client-facing role oversees day-to-day bookkeeping, supports junior and offshore team members, and assists with the preparation and accuracy of financial information used in management and statutory reporting.

The Senior Bookkeeper ensures client records are accurate, up to date, and compliant, enabling