Bookkeeper job description
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Use this free Bookkeeper job description template to write a clear, effective ad. Copy it, fill in the details in brackets, and post your role on Rolebee.
What does a Bookkeeper do?
A Bookkeeper records and maintains a business's day-to-day financial transactions — keeping the books accurate, reconciled, and ready for reporting.
Bookkeeper responsibilities
- Record daily financial transactions and maintain ledgers
- Process accounts payable and receivable
- Reconcile bank statements and accounts
- Prepare and lodge BAS/GST and payroll
- Produce regular financial summaries for management
- Keep records organised and audit-ready
Bookkeeper requirements
Split your requirements into genuine must-haves and nice-to-haves. Long "essential" lists deter strong applicants, so keep the must-haves to the few that truly matter.
- Must have: Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles
- Must have: Proficiency with bookkeeping software (e.g. Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks)
- Must have: Accuracy and strong attention to detail
- Must have: Good organisation and confidentiality
- Nice to have: A bookkeeping or accounting certificate
- Nice to have: Payroll experience
- Nice to have: BAS agent registration
Bookkeeper job description template
Copy this template, fill in the bracketed details, and adjust it to your business. Adding a salary range will noticeably increase the number of applications you receive.
Bookkeeper [Company] · [Location / Remote] · [Full time / Part time] ABOUT THE ROLE A Bookkeeper records and maintains a business's day-to-day financial transactions — keeping the books accurate, reconciled, and ready for reporting. WHAT YOU'LL DO • Record daily financial transactions and maintain ledgers • Process accounts payable and receivable • Reconcile bank statements and accounts • Prepare and lodge BAS/GST and payroll • Produce regular financial summaries for management • Keep records organised and audit-ready WHAT YOU'LL BRING Must have: • Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles • Proficiency with bookkeeping software (e.g. Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) • Accuracy and strong attention to detail • Good organisation and confidentiality Nice to have: • A bookkeeping or accounting certificate • Payroll experience • BAS agent registration WHAT WE OFFER • Salary: [range] • [Benefits, flexibility, growth] HOW TO APPLY Apply with your resume — we review every application and reply within [timeframe].
Tips to attract the best candidates
- Include a salary range — it's the single biggest driver of applications.
- Lead with what the candidate gets, not just what you need.
- Keep the ad scannable: short intro, clear responsibilities, honest requirements.
- Post it where the right people will see it, and feature it for urgent roles.
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