Accountant - Xero (ZR_19322_JOB)

This is a remote position.

Job Highlights: 

Contract: Independent Contractor

Schedule:

• 20 hours a week Monday to Thursday AM flexible during business hours
  

Client Timezone: AEST

Client Overview

Join a thriving fast food restaurant chain that’s revolutionizing the quick-service industry in Tasmania! This growing business, with five bustling locations, is on a mission to deliver quality burgers while scaling its operations. As they expand, they’re seeking a detail-oriented accountant to help streamline their financial processes and support their ambitious growth plans.

Job Description

Embark on an exciting journey as a remote Accountant for a dynamic fast food chain that’s hungry for expansion! This role offers a unique blend of challenges and opportunities, perfect for an accounting professional looking to make a significant impact. You’ll be at the forefront of financial operations, working with cutting-edge tools like Xero and Dext to revolutionize the company’s accounting processes. From tidying up historical data to crafting robust financial systems, your expertise will be crucial in supporting the business’s growth trajectory. If you’re passionate about hospitality finance and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this position offers the perfect recipe for career advancement and professional satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Spearhead day-to-day bookkeeping operations using Xero, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial record-keeping
  
• Lead the charge in cleaning up historical financial data, setting the stage for improved financial clarity and decision-making
  
• Conduct comprehensive monthly reconciliations and generate insightful financial reports to drive business strategy
  
• Take ownership of year-end reconciliation processes, ensuring compliance and accuracy in financial statements
  
• Innovate and implement new work papers, systems, and processes to enhance financial operations
  
• Seamlessly integrate and reconcile data from inventory and point of sale systems, providing a holistic view of the business’s financial health
  
• Collaborate closely with the finance team, offering expert accounting support and contributing to financial planning initiatives
  
• Analyze financial data to identify trends, opportunities for cost savings, and areas for operational improvement
  
• Assist in budget preparation and forecasting, contributing to the company’s strategic financial planning
  
• Stay abreast of accounting standards and regulations, ensuring the company’s financial practices remain compliant and up-to-date
  

Requirements

• Proven experience with Xero accounting software, with certification highly valued
  
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and strong analytical skills
  
• Demonstrated understanding of hospitality industry accounting practices and challenges
  
• Experience with inventory management and point of sale system integrations in a multi-location business environment
  
• Meticulous attention to detail with a track record of maintaining high accuracy in financial records
  
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to explain complex financial concepts to non-finance stakeholders
  
• Self-motivated with strong time management skills, capable of thriving in a remote work environment
  
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with a distributed team
  
• Flexible availability to work within AEST business hours (approximately 8 AM to 6 PM)
  
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field preferred
  
• 2+ years of experience in accounting, preferably in the hospitality or fast food industry
  
• Adaptability and eagerness to learn new systems and processes in a rapidly growing business
  

• Permanent work from home
  
• Immediate hiring
  
• Steady freelance job