The Role
Our client in the construction sector is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper or Finance Manager to join their team on a part-time basis, with occasional light EA support. The role can be spread across 4 or 5 days (0.6 FTE), with flexibility around start and finish times.
Please note: this position is onsite, located just a few minutes south of Sydney CBD.
Responsibilities
Your role will be varied and hands-on, supporting both the accounts function and general office operations. Duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Overseeing smooth day-to-day running of the office.
- Managing financial operations within Xero (business and personal accounts).
- Raising purchase orders and creating invoices.
- Reconciling expenses and maintaining bookkeeping requirements.
- Managing payroll for a small team and preparing quarterly BAS.
- Building and maintaining trusted supplier relationships.
- Liaising with the external accountant as needed.
- Providing light EA support (e.g. diary management, scheduling, travel bookings – minimal).
- Email support as needed to Director.
- Supporting onboarding of subcontractors.
- Ordering supplies (uniforms, IT equipment, etc.)
- Organising team events and fostering a collaborative office culture.
- Providing ad hoc administrative support as required.
About You
We’re looking for someone who enjoys being the go-to person in a small, friendly team. To succeed in this role, you will have:
- Strong accounts experience, with proven skills in cloud-based finance software (Xero essential).
- Confidence in payroll, reconciliations, bookkeeping, and BAS preparation.
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to work independently
- Strong communication skills and the confidence to follow up with team members when required.
- An interest in process improvement and driving efficiencies.
- A collaborative, positive approach to office culture and administration.
You’ll also enjoy working in a modern, social serviced office space with a supportive and approachable team.
Application
If you’re an experienced accounts professional with Xero expertise, seeking a part-time position that blends finance responsibilities with light EA support, we’d love to hear from you.