Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper / Business Admin (Finance)

TL;DR

Senior Accountant / Bookkeeper / Business Admin (Finance): Managing end-to-end financial operations and bookkeeping for an Australian pool services franchise with an accent on AU payroll, BAS compliance, and inventory management. Focus on building financial structure from scratch and ensuring high visibility of cash flow.

Location: Must be available to work Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM AEST

Company

Staffing agency providing a high-ownership role for an Australian pool services franchise undergoing digital transformation.

What you will do

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping and payroll using Xero.
• Prepare BAS (Business Activity Statements) and ensure strict Australian tax compliance.
• Oversee inventory and supplier management across 24 portals using Lightspeed and other platforms.
• Provide financial visibility through rolling 90-day cash flow forecasts and monitoring of debtors/creditors.
• Build and implement financial systems and workflows to create structure where none currently exists.
• Collaborate with external accounting firms and the business owner to ensure financial health.

Requirements

• Proven expertise in Xero and Australian bookkeeping standards.
• Strong knowledge of Australian payroll and BAS compliance.
• Experience with inventory systems (e.g., Lightspeed) and supplier platforms.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace and browser-based systems.
• Ability to operate independently and take full ownership of the finance function.
• Experience working with external accounting firms.

Culture & Benefits

• High-ownership position with significant autonomy and minimal supervision.
• Opportunity to act as a trusted partner and strategic advisor to the business owner.
• Dynamic environment within a growing business undergoing digital transformation.
• Consistent full-time schedule with a focus on accountability and proactive communication.