Job details
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| Salary: | 130,000 |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
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| Reference: | 1631197 |
| Posted: | about 1 month ago |
Job description
Bookkeeping Manager- Brisbane or Sunshine Coast location
- $130k inc super | $200k inc super OTE
- Hybrid (3 days office / 2 days WFH)
Step into a leadership role that's all about people, clients, and getting things right.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced bookkeeper ready to step fully into management - or an existing supervisor looking for a role with genuine ownership, a quality-focused culture, and the flexibility of hybrid work across Brisbane or the Sunshine Coast.
You'll lead a team of offshore bookkeeping staff, own a portfolio of client relationships, and be the go-to person when things need to be escalated, resolved, or improved. This is not a heads-down production role - it's a management position for someone who takes pride in building capable teams and delivering a consistently high standard of client service.
What you'll be doing
Leading your team
- Supervise, coach, and mentor a team of up to five offshore bookkeepers and team leaders
- Manage workflow and resource allocation based on team skills and client needs
- Lead onboarding, induction, and ongoing professional development
- Conduct quarterly performance reviews and development planning
Owning client relationships
- Serve as the primary contact for your client portfolio - proactive, professional, and reliable
- Handle escalations calmly and resolve issues before they become problems
- Liaise with the ATO on payment plans, penalty remissions, and compliance matters
Ensuring quality and compliance
- Review client bookkeeping work for accuracy and completeness
- Oversee bank reconciliations, payroll processing, and statutory reporting (BAS, IAS, PAYGW, PAYGI, Payroll Tax, TPAR, Superannuation)
- Ensure all statutory deadlines are met - every time
- Support software integrations, transitions, and system changes with minimal client disruption
What you'll need to be successful
Essential
- 6+ years' bookkeeping experience, ideally in public practice or a multi-client environment
- Proven experience supervising staff - delegation, review, and accountability
- Advanced Xero skills, including current Xero Advisor and Xero Payroll Certifications
- Intermediate to advanced MYOB, QuickBooks, Dext or equivalent
- Strong written and verbal communication - you're client-facing and team-leading every day
- Ability to juggle competing deadlines across multiple clients without dropping the ball
Highly regarded
- Experience working with clients in the building and construction industry
- Familiarity with the ATO portal and a track record of communicating directly with the ATO
- Understanding of industry award interpretation and Single Touch Payroll obligations
Why this role stands out
- Real management scope - you're leading a team, not just reviewing work
- Hybrid flexibility - 3 days in the office, 2 days from home once you've settled in
- Brisbane or Sunshine Coast - choose the office that works for you
- A firm that values integrity - this is a team that does things properly, treats clients well, and invests in the people who work there
Ready to make the move?
If you're a senior bookkeeper who's ready to lead or already in a supervisory role and looking for more - we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and a brief cover note outlining your experience managing bookkeeping teams and client portfolios.
T: 0405 277 052
E: adam@charterhouse.com.au