Sydney-Based Part-Time Accountant | Xero & Payroll Pro

Private Advertiser; Sydney; On-site; AUD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Private Advertiser, based in Sydney CBD, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Accountant to support our Financial Controller’s daily financial management and act as second-in-charge. This part-time, office-based role operates on Tue and Thu with potential to extend to 3 days, including Friday during peak periods.

You will manage AP/AR, payroll, close processes, reconciliations, BAS/IAS, payroll tax, and ensure taxation and payroll compliance across the portfolio.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Strong working knowledge of Xero.
• Proficiency in Excel and Microsoft 365.
• Sound understanding of accounting principles, payroll legislation and tax compliance requirements.
• Experience managing multiple entities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and process accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Manage and process weekly payrolls.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Prepare account reconciliations and financial reports.
• Monitor and manage weekly cash flow.
• Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS and Payroll Tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with relevant taxation and payroll legislation.
• Undertake other accounting duties as required.

Skills

Xero

Excel

Payroll compliance

Multi-entity management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Private Advertiser, based in Sydney CBD, is seeking an experienced and hands-on Accountant to support our Financial Controller’s daily financial management and act as second-in-charge. This part-time, office-based role operates on Tue and Thu with potential to extend to 3 days, including Friday during peak periods.

You will manage AP/AR, payroll, close processes, reconciliations, BAS/IAS, payroll tax, and ensure taxation and payroll compliance across the portfolio.