13th October, 2026
Are you an experienced Bookkeeper who loves building client relationships, takes pride in delivering exceptional service and enjoys supporting and mentoring others?
About the role
As a Senior Bookkeeper / Client Manager, you'll be the key point of contact for your clients, building trusted relationships and ensuring their bookkeeping, payroll and financial administration needs are delivered accurately and on time. You'll also play an important role in providing day-to-day operational leadership, working closely with the team to coordinate workloads, review work, share knowledge and maintain high standards. While this isn't a traditional people management role, you'll have the opportunity to lead by example, mentor others, and contribute to a positive, supportive team environment
About you
This is a great opportunity to combine your hands-on bookkeeping expertise with client relationship management and problem-solving, while enjoying the flexibility of working remotely. You will have strong technical expertise, particularly in Xero and Employment Hero Payroll, along with a positive attitude, collaborative approach, and genuine passion for client service.
To be successful, you'll bring:
- Solid experience (7+ years) in end-to-end bookkeeping and managing client portfolios to a consistently high standard.
- Hands-on experience with Employment Hero Payroll is strongly preferred, including payroll processing and compliance.
- Extensive Xero experience and strong knowledge of Australian GST, BAS, and IAS requirements.
- Hands on experience in a bookkeeping practice or similar environment
- Experience managing payroll, superannuation, and Award compliance.
- A relevant qualification in Accounting, Bookkeeping or Accounts Administration, and/or BAS Agent credentials.
- Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
- Confidence providing direction, constructive feedback, and quality oversight without formal people management responsibilities.
- Excellent communication skills and a friendly, approachable, and client-focused attitude.
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and willingness to take ownership.
- Experience providing bookkeeping and payroll services to clients in the childcare sector, including an understanding of industry-specific payroll and Award requirements is highly regarded.
Why Join Us? - 100% Remote: Enjoy the flexibility of working from home (Victoria)
- Great Team Culture: Join a friendly, down-to-earth, and supportive team that genuinely values collaboration.
- Own Your Portfolio: Build meaningful client relationships and take responsibility for delivering quality outcomes.
- Leadership Without the Formal Management: Share your expertise, mentor colleagues, and help drive team performance without direct line management responsibilities.
- Variety and Autonomy: Work across a diverse client portfolio, with opportunities to use your technical expertise and problem-solving skills.
- Make an Impact: Contribute ideas, improve processes, and help deliver exceptional outcomes for clients and colleagues.
If you're an experienced bookkeeper who enjoys working with people, thrives in a collaborative environment and has strong Xero and Employment Hero Payroll experience, we'd love to hear from you!
Apply now with your resume outlining your relevant experience and why this opportunity is the right fit for you.
Applicants are required to currently be in Australia with full permanent working rights to be considered.
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