Senior Bookkeeper

Dexterous is a values-driven organisation that manages and runs internal finance teams for our clients. We do so by leveraging off-the-shelf and RPA technologies, and by engaging a global workforce to deliver a highly scalable, full-service financial solution. Through this refreshing and innovative approach, we empower businesses to realise their impact.

The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely compliance with accounting and tax obligations, and providing exceptional client service. You will play a key role in managing client relationships, delivering high-quality bookkeeping services, and collaborating with the wider accounting team to support business performance and strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary contact for day-to-day client needs, inquiries, and issues
• Cultivate strong, long-term relationships by understanding each client's financial and business objectives
• Ensure client expectations are met and exceeded in every interaction
• Deliver accurate and timely bookkeeping services, including accounts payable/receivable, payroll processing, bank reconciliations, and BAS preparation
• Collaborate with accountants to ensure timely financial reporting and compliance
• Identify financial or compliance risks for clients and assist in resolving them
• Participate in client onboarding and transitions, ensuring a seamless experience
• Identify opportunities to expand or enhance services based on client needs
• Drive process improvements by leveraging accounting technologies and tools
• Provide informal mentoring and support to junior team members

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• At least 10 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounting
• Strong client management skills and a proactive service mindset
• Advanced knowledge of Xero (and ideally other cloud-based systems)
• Working knowledge of Australian BAS, GST, superannuation, and payroll
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

If you are passionate about client service, financial accuracy, and want to be part of a forward-thinking, tech-enabled team, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and a cover letter , outlining your relevant experience and why you're interested in joining Dexterous.

We're committed to promotingdiversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.Flexibilityis core to our culture-whether remote or hybrid, we support work that works for you.

About Us

Founded in 2015, we are a progressive and technology-focused bookkeeping and accounting business utilising cloud-based software to challenge the norms of the accounting industry. We offer our clients an innovative approach for their bookkeeping and accounting needs. In 2017, Dexterous scooped the Best New Firm in the Australian Accounting Awards.

Our Values

• We care for each other
• Respect our clients
• Work as one team
• Act with integrity
• Strive for high performance
• Think Differently

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