Join a Team Where Your Impact Matters
At Alexander Spencer, we’re more than just accountants – we’re growth partners. Ranked in the Australian Financial Review’s Top 100 and recognised as one of the fastest-growing firms in the country, we’re proud to be celebrated for our innovation, collaboration, and excellence. With expertise across Accounting, Finance, Taxation, M&A, Financial Planning, Advisory, Bookkeeping and Insurance, our team is dedicated to helping businesses thrive.
What Makes Us Unique
We live by our values:
Teach: We’re committed to making others better by sharing knowledge and fostering growth.
Respect: We maintain an open, respectful environment where every voice is valued.
Ambition: We strive to continuously improve and aspire to reach new heights.
Fun: We embrace an engaging environment, whilst staying focussed on our goals.
Our team culture is unmatched. From Friday drinks and social events to a collaborative office space designed to inspire, we believe in celebrating successes together and supporting one another. Here, your effort is appreciated and recognised and your contributions will make a real difference—for our clients and our firm.
Your Role in Our Mission
As part of a forward-thinking team, you’ll play a pivotal role in delivering expert bookkeeping services to a diverse range of clients. The Outsourced Office offers comprehensive support, providing valuable advice and guidance to help clients manage their financial operations with ease and precision.
Purpose:
The Senior Bookkeeper will play a crucial role in overseeing the preparation and delivery of high-quality bookkeeping services to a diverse client portfolio. As a key member of the team, you will contribute to the growth and success of the division, helping shape its future expansion.
This role would suit someone with a solid bookkeeping background gained in public practice, who is eager to broaden their bookkeeping expertise and take on new challenges. If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow professionally while making a real impact, this is the perfect next step in your career.
What You’ll Do
Provide exceptional levels of service to support our clients in managing their business finances
Complete bookkeeping work for our clients, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll and superannuation
Account reconciliations (Bank and Balance Sheet accounts)
Preparation of monthly & quarterly IAS/BAS returns
Preparation of EOFY statutory obligations (eg Workcover and TPAR declarations)
Liaising with clients and statutory authorities
Collaborate with the offshore team and assist with junior staff training
Ensure timely delivery of services and effective client management
What We’re Looking For
We value people who are driven, curious, and committed to excellence. You’ll thrive in this role if you have:
5+ years of experience in bookkeeping, BAS and payroll
A relevant bookkeeping qualification
Client relationship management experience
A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in using Xero
Strong reconciliation skills
Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and work demands
Solution oriented approach
A willingness to work and contribute to the firm’s culture through our shared values.
Why Join Us?
Working at Alexander Spencer means more than a paycheque. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Growth Opportunities: Access to mentorship, training, and support to advance your career. Exposure to an interesting client base ranging in size and industry.
Work-Life Balance: We are one big team and love to collaborate in person. We offer 1 WFH day.
Team Spirit: Enjoy casual Fridays, social activities, recognition and an open, fun and supportive team environment from Partner level to undergraduate level.
Modern Workplace: Our new office features standing desks, a coffee machine, snacks and a stocked bar for end-of-week celebrations.
Additional Perks: Performance-based bonuses, income protection, referral incentives, and access to our wealth advisory, mortgage, and insurance teams.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and join a team where your impact is valued, we’d love to hear from you. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every requirement – what matters most is your passion and drive to succeed.
How to Apply: Submit your application with a cover letter detailing why you’re the ideal candidate for this role. For more about us, visit our website or follow us on LinkedIn.
We can’t wait to welcome our next team member and unlock new levels of growth together.
Note: Only candidates with the right to work in Australia will be considered.
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