Senior Bookkeeper

Immediate start | Hands on role | Supporting CFO Your new company An established local business is seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join its finance team. This is a stable, long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys working at a senior hands-on level and is looking for ownership and consistency rather than career progression. Your new role Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the finance function while supervising one Accounts Officer. Working closely with internal stakeholders, you will ensure finance and payroll processes are completed accurately and efficiently. Responsibilities include payroll processing, payment runs, bank reconciliations, general ledger maintenance, asset schedules, reporting support, audit assistance and finance administration. The role also involves assisting with payroll tax, superannuation and statutory reporting requirements. What you'll need to succeed To be successful, you will be an experienced bookkeeper or finance professional who enjoys managing the detail and taking ownership of core finance processes. You will ideally have: Minimum 5 years' bookkeeping, payroll or accounting experience Advanced Excel skills Strong payroll processing experience Experience with reconciliations, payment runs and general ledger maintenance Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities The ability to supervise and support the Accounts Officer Employment Hero experience (highly regarded) Experience with project-based accounting systems (desirable) Willingness to work in the office five days per week This role is best suited to someone seeking a long-term position at Senior Bookkeeper level, rather than a pathway into broader accounting or leadership roles. What you'll get in return You'll join a supportive team environment where your experience and reliability will be genuinely valued. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a broad finance function, work closely with senior leadership and contribute to the ongoing success of a well-established business. What you need to do now If you're interested in this opportunity, click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact Summa, (03) 5226 8007 | summa.tickell@hays.com.au for a confidential discussion.