Bookkeeper

3 weeks ago

Council of the City of Sydney, Australia ROBERT WALTERS AUSTRALIA Full time

Overview

A leading commercial law firm in Sydney CBD is seeking a Bookkeeper to join their supportive and knowledgeable Accounts team. Salary: AUD 85,000 - AUD 90,000 per annum + super. Hybrid work arrangement. Located in Sydney CBD.

What you’ll do

- Assist with accounts payable and receivable processes by accurately recording transactions and ensuring timely payments and collections.
- Reconcile corporate credit card expenses by reviewing statements, matching receipts, and resolving discrepancies in collaboration with team members.
- Process fortnightly payroll cycles, superannuation contributions, and employee expense claims while maintaining strict confidentiality and accuracy.
- Maintain up-to-date leave records and adjustments for all staff members using the firm’s established systems and procedures.
- Support trust accounting activities by performing data entry and reconciliation tasks in accordance with the requirements set by the NSW Law Society.
- Generate detailed financial reports using the firm’s practice management software to provide insights into business performance for senior stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with statutory law, finance regulations, and tax obligations by following established protocols and assisting with audits as required.
- Collaborate closely with the Financial Controller and other senior members of the Accounts Team to deliver high-quality financial support across the organisation.
- Participate in regular team meetings to share knowledge, discuss process improvements, and contribute ideas for enhancing efficiency within the department.

What you bring

- Currently hold or are enrolled in an accredited course such as Certificate III in Accounts Administration or Certificate IV in Accounting and Bookkeeping (mandatory).
- Possess intermediate to advanced computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to learn new software applications specific to legal practice management (mandatory).
- Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail when handling financial data entry, reconciliations, and reporting tasks (mandatory).
- Show enthusiasm for learning new concepts quickly while developing foundational knowledge in accounting practices (mandatory).
- Display initiative by proactively seeking ways to contribute positively within a team setting (mandatory).
- Exhibit strong interpersonal skills that foster effective communication with colleagues at all levels (nice to have).
- Bring previous experience working in an administrative or bookkeeping capacity—while not essential, it is highly regarded (nice to have).
- Maintain a diligent approach towards compliance with statutory requirements related to finance and taxation (nice to have).
- Embrace feedback constructively as part of ongoing professional development (nice to have).

What’s next

If you are ready to take the next step in your accounting career within a welcoming law firm environment that champions growth and learning, we encourage you to apply now.

Apply today by clicking the link provided. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples are encouraged to apply.

To apply please click apply or call Cole Morgan on 02 8289 3151 for a confidential discussion.

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Salary: AUD85,000 - AUD90,000 per annum + super

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Sydney CBD

Job Reference: GO7A7I-D04B6B3C

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