Business and Tax Bookkeeper

RESPONSIBILITIES:


  • All aspects of payroll related work for various clients, including the preparation of periodic payroll calculations, Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, superannuation, payroll tax lodgments, and Work Cover compliance
  • Annual payroll reconciliations, preparation of Pay As You Go (PAYG) payment summaries, payroll tax annual reconciliations and WorkCover annual declarations
  • All aspects of bookkeeping including monthly transaction processing, accounts payable and receivable
  • Preparation of monthly management reporting
  • Preparation of installment and business activity statements
  • Other ad-hoc back office requirements as requested by clients


QUALIFICATIONS:


  • Basic knowledge and exposure to Australian taxation and accounting legislation ans associated requirements
  • Strong bookkeeping experience
  • Strong knowledge of payroll preparation and employer obligations
  • 2 to 3 years experience working in a similar corporate environment
  • Excellent knowledge of Xero, preferably with Xero certification
  • Experience in Australian tax compliance (BAS and IAS preparation) preferred but not a requirement
  • Ability to work with clients with numerous requirements
  • Ability to work as part of a team, assisting other team members when required
  • Ability to work autonomously in a position of responsibility with own portfolio of clients
  • Ability to research issues that may arise, to respond to unique client queries
  • Attention to detail and ability to proof own work is paramount
  • Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, and interpersonal qualities

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