Square Penny | Virtual CFO & Bookkeeping Services
Square Penny provides an innovative and successful outsourced finance model, specialising in virtual CFO and bookkeeping services for SMEs.
For over a decade, we have provided quality bookkeeping and outsourced CFO services to small to medium‑sized businesses across Australia. We are a boutique organisation whose mission is simple: to simplify financial management and empower business owners with the quality information they need to make informed decisions.
About Us
Why work with us? We are a growing team of service professionals who believe in excellence. When you join Square Penny, you become part of a community committed to delivering quality outcomes for our clients. Teamwork is not just a word for us — it is our ethos.
We immerse ourselves in our clients’ businesses, taking the time to understand what drives them. Together, we work to achieve their goals and support their ongoing growth.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to join our team who is looking to make a real difference to Square Penny and our clients and is confident they can hit the ground running.
This role is a good fit for someone who is passionate about working with SME clients, has a strong eye for detail, and takes pride in delivering accurate, compliant, and timely financial outcomes.
You will enjoy being hands‑on, proactive, and solutions‑focused while working closely with both clients and the wider Square Penny team.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Using your high level of bookkeeping and payroll expertise, you will deliver outstanding service to a diverse portfolio of SME clients, including:
– General accounting duties using cloud‑based accounting systems (primarily Xero and MYOB)
– End‑to‑end payroll processing, including compliance activities
– BAS preparation
– Bank and credit card reconciliations
– Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
– Document preparation and maintenance of accurate financial records
– General financial problem‑solving and administration support
– Liaising with clients to meet deadlines and ensure high‑quality service delivery
Skills & Experience Required
To succeed in this role, you will require:
– A minimum of 5 years’ relevant bookkeeping experience, ideally within the SME space
– Strong experience with Xero, MYOB, or both, and associated apps
– Payroll experience, including compliance requirements
– Excellent Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
– Strong interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
– A proactive approach with a strong attention to detail
– Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
– Strong time‑management skills and the ability to work autonomously
– Ability to work from home with flexibility to attend client sites as required
Benefits & Perks
Our work environment is truly flexible, as we understand that work is not your only priority. We offer:
– Flexible working arrangements with negotiable days and hours
– A mix of working from home and client‑site work, depending on client needs
– An outputs‑focused environment
– A collaborative and supportive internal team with regular virtual and in‑person catch‑ups
– Access to an Employee Assistance Program
– Opportunities for continuous learning, development, and growth
As an employer of choice, we champion diversity, equality, and personal development. We pride ourselves on our supportive culture and family‑friendly environment.
Application Process
To be considered, all applications must include a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role. Only applicants deemed suitable will be contacted for a video interview and testing phase.
In our commitment to maintaining the security of financial information, all successful applicants must undergo a National Police Check prior to commencing employment.
Note: You must have full working rights in Australia to be considered for this position.
