Our Client is seeking an experienced Interim Bookkeeper / Finance Support Specialist to manage our financial obligations and support their growth. You will play a critical role in financial reporting, process improvement, and commercial decision-making. Retail sector experience and strong accounting software skills are preferred. You should be an excellent communicator, a team player, and capable of managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure timely and accurate financial reporting with our outsourced bookkeepers
- Identify and execute process improvements
- Collaborate with teams on budget management and spending proposals
- Enhance reporting systems to support commercial decision-making
- Manage significant Accounts Payable responsibilities (~3 hours daily)
- Review third-party prepared payroll
- Act as liaison between bookkeepers and the business
- Make informed decisions regarding cash management, promotional activities, and customer experience
- Support finance and accounts teams in training and skill development
- Prepare monthly performance reports
- Ensure ongoing compliance with internal control environment
- Track sales performance and implement corrective actions
Key Selection Criteria:
- Excellent communication, presentation, prioritization, and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Extensive experience in accounting (tertiary education is a plus)
Ideal Candidate
- Previous experience in a similar Bookkeeping or Senior Accounts Officer position
- Strong technical knowledge with a passion for understanding core financial principals and delivering a high quality of service
- Ability to confidently work autonomously, as well as act as a team player to operate collaboratively
- High level customer services skills and ability to build positive working relationships
- Honest, reliable and dedicated worker
- Excellent verbal and written communication
- Exceptional organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines
- Superior attention to detail and ability to multi-task
- Flexible, hands-on approach with a growth mindset
- Enthusiastic personality with a positive outlook
- Proactive problem-solving skills
- Strong work ethic and willingness to adapt
- Technology-forward approach
Additional Benefits
- Attractive remuneration / hourly rate
- Join a growing business as soon as you are able
- Casual and supportive working environment
- Personalized development
- Inclusive wellness policy
- Diverse and inclusive work environment
How to Apply
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Nicola McLennan at nmclennan@sharpandcarter.com.au
