Flexible-Hours Xero Bookkeeper for GST & Payroll

BDO; Gisborne; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible start and finish times

Ongoing professional development

Collaborative team culture

Opportunities to connect with NZ and全球

Birthday leave

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

BDO Gisborne is seeking experienced Bookkeepers to join our Agribusiness and Commercial teams. You will handle bookkeeping, payroll, GST, and accounts administration for a portfolio of clients, providing Xero support and day-to-day financial guidance.

You’ll work closely with business owners, farmers, and our accounting teams to keep client finances organised, compliant, and running smoothly. Flexible start times and ongoing professional development are available.

Qualifications

• At least three years' experience in bookkeeping, payroll, accounts administration, or accounting support.
• Experience with GST, accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and payroll.
• Strong Xero and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.
• A proactive approach and willingness to support a variety of tasks.
• A professional, ethical, and collaborative attitude.

Responsibilities

• Manage bookkeeping and payroll administration for a portfolio of clients
• Prepare GST returns and provide general tax administration support
• Process accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations
• Assist with client invoicing and compliance administration
• Support clients with Xero and day-to-day financial queries
• Build strong client and team relationships through exceptional service
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
• Provide administrative support to the Agribusiness or Commercial team as required

Skills

Bookkeeping

Payroll

GST

Xero

Accounts Administration

Client Services

Microsoft Office

Attention to detail

Communication

Relationship-building

Tools

Xero

Job description

BDO Gisborne is seeking experienced Bookkeepers to join our Agribusiness and Commercial teams. You will handle bookkeeping, payroll, GST, and accounts administration for a portfolio of clients, providing Xero support and day-to-day financial guidance.

You’ll work closely with business owners, farmers, and our accounting teams to keep client finances organised, compliant, and running smoothly. Flexible start times and ongoing professional development are available.