BRING YOUR BOOKKEEPING EXPERTISE TO A FIRM THAT VALUES YOUR CONTRIBUTION.

Are you an experienced bookkeeper looking for a role where your skills will be valued and your career supported? At Bentleys, we’re seeking a Bookkeeper to join our team in a full-time, permanent capacity. You’ll work closely with a diverse range of clients, assisting with reconciliations, payroll, accounts payable, and financial reporting.
This is an opportunity to apply your expertise in a role that offers variety, autonomy, and a supportive team environment. We’re large enough to provide career growth but small enough that your contributions will be recognised and make a real impact.

ABOUT US

Bentleys Queensland is a full-service advisory and accounting firm with 25 Partners/Directors and over 200 staff operating across 3 offices. We have a history of over 75 years in providing professional and dependable support across business & strategic advisory, accounting, taxation, audit, international & investment advisory, risk & assurance, corporate recovery & insolvency, technology & innovation, self-managed superannuation, HR, finance & lending and wealth management.

WHY THIS ROLE IS SPECIAL

The Bookkeeper role is integral to our commitment to delivering high-quality accounting services. You will be a trusted advisor to clients, helping them navigate their financial obligations with confidence. Beyond crunching numbers, this role allows you to enhance business processes, train others, and identify efficiency improvements. Your expertise will be highly valued as you contribute to the success of both our clients and the firm.

YOUR PURPOSE: BUILDING SUCCESS ACROSS KEY AREAS

• Financial Integrity: Ensure accurate bank reconciliations, balance sheet reconciliations, and financial reporting to maintain clients’ financial health.
• Payroll & Compliance: Manage payroll processing, EOFY finalisation, and STP reporting while ensuring compliance with taxation and industry standards.
• Client Empowerment: Transition client files to Xero, provide software training, and assist with bookkeeping and software queries.
• Process Optimisation: Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements in bookkeeping services.
• Mentorship & Leadership: Support and guide junior bookkeepers, sharing your expertise to elevate the team’s capabilities.

YOUR ROLE IN ACTION

In this role, you will:

• Take ownership of client accounts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Work closely with businesses across different industries, offering tailored bookkeeping solutions.
• Identify areas for improvement and recommend automation tools or process enhancements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and partners to ensure seamless financial operations for clients.
• Provide training and mentorship to junior team members, fostering growth and development.
• Stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory changes, ensuring clients receive up-to-date, best-practice advice.

To be successful in this role, you’ll bring:

• At least 3+ years of bookkeeping experience
• Strong payroll knowledge, ideally award-based payroll
• Experience working with Xero and MYOB
• A proactive and adaptable approach to client needs
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy
• Strong communication and time management skills
• A collaborative mindset with a reliable work ethic
• Ability to work across different industries and adapt to changing environment