EXPERIENCED SENIOR BOOKKEEPER - PART TIME

Fixed Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm

Join a Supportive, Professional Team Where Your Expertise Is Genuinely Valued

Are you a highly experienced bookkeeper looking for a long-term, permanent part-time role with the flexibility to work from home?

We’re looking for a confident, capable senior bookkeeper with previous experience working in a bookkeeping practice or accounting firm, managing multiple clients across different industries. You’ll need to be comfortable working independently, managing competing priorities, maintaining high standards, and delivering accurate, reliable bookkeeping services to a diverse client base.

This role is suited to someone who can hit the ground running with minimal supervision, quickly understand different business structures, industries, accounting systems and client requirements, and provide a high level of service to clients.

Please note: This role is not suitable for junior or entry-level bookkeepers. Applicants must have relevant bookkeeping practice or accounting firm experience and the required software experience.

• Permanent Part-Time – 30 hours per week
• 100% Remote Work
• Fixed Business Hours

About 2 Cents Worth

We’re a boutique bookkeeping practice supporting small businesses across Australia. Our team is passionate about delivering exceptional service and building strong relationships with our clients. We pride ourselves on maintaining a positive, supportive culture where people are respected, trusted, and encouraged to thrive.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, organised, and proactive Senior Bookkeeper to manage a portfolio of clients across various industries. You will be responsible for ensuring bookkeeping, payroll, and reporting tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and on time.

You must be comfortable managing competing priorities, working autonomously, and communicating professionally with clients.

Key Responsibilities

• End-to-end accounts payable and receivable
• BAS/GST &IAS reconciliations
• Payroll and superannuation processing
• Bank reconciliations and financial reporting
• Data entry and maintenance of accurate financial records
• Managing task schedules and meeting strict deadlines
• Providing high-quality support and communication to clients
• Liaising with accountants and external stakeholders where required

Essential Requirements

To be considered for this role, you MUST have:

• Minimum 5 years’ bookkeeping experience
• Previous experience working within a bookkeeping or accounting practice, managing multiple clients across different industries
• Minimum 5 years’ hands-on Xero experience
• Experience using Karbon and Xero Practice Manager (XPM), including time billing
• Strong understanding of payroll, BAS, reconciliations, and reporting
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• The ability to work independently and solve problems proactively

Important

Please do not apply if you:

• Do not have bookkeeping or accounting practice experience
• Have only worked in an internal accounts/admin role
• Require extensive training or supervision
• Do not meet the minimum software experience requirements

We are specifically looking for someone with strong senior-level bookkeeping capability who can contribute immediately.

Why Join Us?

• Friendly and supportive remote team
• Long-term role with stability and flexibility
• Work-life balance with fixed daytime hours
• Ongoing support and professional development
• Opportunity to build strong client relationships and make a real impact

Salary will be based on skills and experience and discussed during the interview process.

To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience, along with contact details for at least 3 referees.

We look forward to welcoming the right person to our team.