Company Bookkeeper or Accountant Mr Black Spirits Pty Ltd location Sydney. Salary $35 - $40 per hour.

About the company Mr Black Roasters & Distillers are producers of the world’s best coffee liqueur. From sourcing the coffee to selling the product in 14 countries, we take great pride in our mission to bring Australia’s coffee culture into the night.

About the role this role has become available due to anticipated growth. Currently bookkeeping services are outsourced, and our intention is to increase internal controls to enhance our accounting and finance capabilities. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking for an organisation that will provide great flexibility and balance. We are ideally looking for someone who can start within the next three weeks to get a sufficient handover period.

Part of a team within finance and operations, this role will provide end to end bookkeeping and accounting support to the business whilst partnering closely with COO to deliver quality reporting and ensure efficient functioning of the organisation’s finances. Work from home arrangements considered after first 3 months of employment.

Key responsibilities your key responsibilities will include preparation of Management accounts – journals. Preparation and lodgement of BAS Statements. Bi-monthly Payroll and Taxes. Year-end tax experience essential. Workers Comp (Estimates & Actuals) for External Insurance Brokers submission yearly.

Accounts Payable (Reconciliations & Payable) and Accounts Receivables. Creditors part entry to operating system (Xero & UnLeashed). Bank reconciliations and cash management. Prepare adhoc reports as required. Assisting and supporting external accountants with queries. General administrative support.

Skills and experience the successful candidate will be an experienced and mature company bookkeeper/accountant with experience using Xero. Formal university qualifications are not required as years of experience is preferred. Exposure to Unleashed and Receipt Bank would be highly advantageous.

Personal attributes essential for success in the role include highly developed written & verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively manage a wide range of key stakeholders. The ability to multitask effectively. Excellent time management skills, enabling deadlines to be met. A proactive, highly motivated approach. A positive attitude with the hunger to achieve great results. A team focus with the ability to support and share information with others.

Culture and benefits Mr Black Spirits is proudly an equal opportunity employer. The culture of our business is defined by those who work for it, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We believe that diversity within our company is beneficial for our team, our community and our products. Difference makes us better.

You will be surrounded by a group of highly collaborative people and will work closely with all functions of the business. This organisation lives and breathes flexibility and balance. This is an excellent opportunity to deliver great outcomes for the business but also be rewarded. The leadership team are very generous and always willing to look after their staff.