About Bookkeeping Jobs
A bookkeeper is responsible for maintaining and updating financial records of expenses, profits, losses, and accounts payable, as well as other paperwork involving finances.
Many bookkeepers work as contractors meaning they operate their own businesses and deliver bookkeeping services to small - medium sized business. Others work as employees in the finance division of organisations.
Day to day bookkeeping work
- Reconcile bank accounts
- Update monthly profit and loss statement
- Petty cash reconciliations
- Prepare tax invoices
- Prepare monthly and annual financial statements for management
- Administer payroll
- Under the supervision of management, preparation of the annual budget
- Maintain the asset register
- Attend meetings
Job titles
A career in bookkeeping can mean working as a contract bookkeeper for small to medium sized businesses or working within an organisation as an employee in the Accounts/Finance division performing bookkeeping tasks (see above).
Personality/skills profile
The ideal candidate for this type of work is someone who
- is very good with numbers and calculations
- has high-level computers skills, especially with spreadsheets and databases
- has an excellent eye for detail
- can work autonomously and demonstrate decision-making skills
- is well-organised
- is trustworthy and has a high sense of integrity and ethics
More information
| Does this type of work include shift work? | No |
| Does it have flexible hours? | Yes, if you choose to operate as a contract bookkeeper |
| Is there any travel involved? | Usually not |
| Do I have to have a driver’s licence and own my own car? | Usually not |
Salary
Contractor bookkeepers usually earn between $30 - $35 per hour. Employees working for an organisation would normally earn an entry level salary of around $45,000 per annum, experienced employees can earn around $55,000 - $65,000 per annum.
Course entry requirements
Candidates should hold at least a NSW School Certificate or equivalent.
Bookkeeping Courses at NCA that will prepare you for work in this industry
Pathways
After the completion of this course you can set up your own business as a contract bookkeeper or continue studying with a Diploma in Accounting or other Diploma qualifications from the Financial Services Training Package.
