Bookkeeper

Full-time | Plenty Office 

About the Role

Vital Accounts is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join our team on a full-time basis. This is a role within our practice where you'll take ownership of bookkeeping operations and play a key part in delivering high-quality financial services to our client base of trade, construction, and small business owners. As an autonomous Bookkeeper working within a supportive team, you'll manage complex bookkeeping tasks and help ensure everything we deliver meets Bookkeeping standards and regulatory requirements. Solid, hands-on Xero experience is essential!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage full bookkeeping operations for multiple clients, including data entry, account reconciliation and BAS preparation 

• Prepare and process clients' payroll, including PAYG withholding, superannuation and leave calculations, in an accurate and timely manner.

• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions with accuracy and attention to detail including end of month statements

• Maintain organised, compliant bookkeeping records and documentation

• Build and maintain strong client relationships through regular, direct communication.

• Manage financial data using Xero and integrated apps

• Carry out BAS-related work in line with current GST regulations

What We're Looking For

Must-haves

• Minimum 2+ years' bookkeeping experience either as an internal bookkeeper, professional accounting or bookkeeping practice 

• Experience in payroll processing including sound understanding of superannuation compliance requirements  

• Solid, hands-on experience working in Xero (non-negotiable)

• Strong knowledge of bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and BAS preparation

• Demonstrated experience managing multiple clients and meeting deadlines

• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy with numerical data

• Strong communication and client liaison skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with MYOB or QuickBooks in addition to Xero

• Certificate IV or Diploma in Accounting/Bookkeeping

• Experience in a trade, construction, or field service client base

• Familiarity with integrated apps such as ServiceM8, Hubdoc, Buildxact, or PayApps

What We Offer

• A supportive, collaborative team culture with genuine investment in your development

• Competitive remuneration in line with experience

• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities, including Xero and industry updates

• A healthy work-life balance and a culture where your contributions are valued 

About Us

Vital Accounts is a Melbourne based bookkeeping and small business support practice, proud to be Xero Gold Partners. We specialise in supporting trade, construction, and field service businesses, offering bookkeeping, payroll, BAS lodgement (as registered BAS agents), and advisory services tailored to how our clients actually work. Our team understands the unique challenges tradies and small business owners face, and we're passionate about giving them back time to focus on running their business, not just crunching their numbers.

Apply Now

If you're a talented Bookkeeper with strong Xero skills looking for a rewarding opportunity with a growing, supportive practice, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you'd be a great fit for the role.