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Senior Bookkeeper

Location:

Australia

Employment Type:

Full-time

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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 to recruitment@dexterousgroup.com.au, outlining your relevant experience and why you’re interested in joining Dexterous.

We’re committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Flexibility is 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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