Tech savvy - bookkeeper & Cert IV /BAS filing agent

Background & Context:

Zave is an Australian corporate services technology start-up dedicated to making it easier than ever for people to start, run and grow their own businesses. From offices in Singapore, Hong Kong and Melbourne, we're developing technology that simplifies incorporation, accounting, tax filings and payroll. By 2025, the goal is to put Zave's platform in the hands of 500,000 companies worldwide, helping to democratise entrepreneurship and innovation. Against this background, Zave's Melbourne office is looking to hire a tech-savvy certified Accountant and Bookkeeper with experience as a BAS filing agent. This is a great opportunity for candidates eager to be at the forefront of the technological changes reshaping the corporate and professional services landscape. It is also an opportunity to work at a dynamic, early-stage company that provides employees with excellent prospects and opportunities for personal development and growth within the business.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Perform daily accounting functions including accounts payable, payments, banking transactions, general ledger and fixed assets accounting
• Perform reconciliation of accounts payable, inter-company and bank
• Preparation and lodgement of BAS returns and other tax compliance returns
• Ensure timely and accurate month-end, end of quarter and yearly closing
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory and statutory reporting obligations
• Prepare financial statements and financial reports
• Prepare audit schedules and handle audit queries
• Develop and maintain internal control policies and procedures
• Experience with payroll would be advantageous
• Undertake ad-hoc projects when required

What we are looking for in the right candidate:

• Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Business Administration or equivalent education
• Registered BAS agent - recognised by the Tax Practitioners Board
• Minimum of Certificate IV Financial Services in Bookkeeping or Accounting
• Minimum 5 years of professional working experience
• Excellent attention to detail
• A "Can do" attitude and willingness to solve problems and add value to clients
• Experience using XBRL
• Very high proficiency with MS Office, experience in XERO an advantage
• Well established organizational, analytical and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Team player
• Willingness to work in multicultural environment

Compensation:

• Salary ranging between $60k - 80k depending on experience
• Endless Coffee & biscuits!

Other:

• Use of best in class technology tools & applications;
• Work in a modern office environment;
• Access to excellent learning & development opportunities