Bookkeeper & Finance Assistant

BOOKKEEPER & FINANCE ASSISTANT

Cumulus Studio | Hobart | Part time, 9-month parental leave contract | Starting early October

Join a creative studio where your financial know-how genuinely matters.
Cumulus Studio is seeking a capable Bookkeeper and Finance Assistant to cover parental leave for nine months, starting early October. Working 20-25 hours a week alongside our Managing Director, you'll take the reins on bookkeeping, payroll (Xero) and invoicing, backed by a thorough handover. It's a rare chance to bring your finance skills into a B Corp certified studio built on collaboration, curiosity and care - ideal for an experienced bookkeeper or financial officer looking for meaningful, flexible part-time work.

ABOUT US

At Cumulus, we collaborate to create clever, enduring architecture for people to experience a connection with place. We're playful in our work, with collaboration at the heart of our studio. We treat everyone with respect, reflect on the results of our work, take responsibility, and always aspire to be better.

Cumulus is a B Corp Certified For Benefit Company, committed to social and environmental good. That commitment shapes how we operate and how we design, and it's reflected in the values we look for in our people and projects:

• Be respectful and considerate - everyone is welcome at the table

• Have fun - approach with optimism and playfulness

• Lead with empathy - understand and build others' strengths

• Be accountable - to clients, stakeholders, place and community

• Be curious and critical - always aspire for better

• Be reflective - take the time to look back, up, down and around to move forward

THE ROLE

As Cumulus Studio's Bookkeeper and Finance Assistant, you'll provide financial support across bookkeeping, payroll and invoicing. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of Xero, sharp attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing daily, weekly and monthly priorities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Bookkeeping

• Manage the accounts receivable

• Manage the reconciliation of receipts

• Manage accounts payable & coordinate payments

• Coordinate with accountant, as required.
  

Payroll 

• Manage fortnightly payroll.

• Ensure timesheets are recorded accurately and are in on time, reporting discrepancies or concerns regarding time allocation as required.

• Assist with accurate End of Month Financial Reporting for Director Group.

• Coordinate with accountant, as required.

Invoicing

• Maintain a streamlined, effective invoicing process

• Raise any discrepancies or concerns immediately

Other Administration Assistance, as required

• Respond to incoming calls.

• Share oversight of Cumulus Info email with the Admin team.

• Assist with project set up & maintenance 

• Assist with purchasing and travel bookings.

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Excellent knowledge of bookkeeping and accounting principles, with confident mathematical abilities

• Demonstrated experience with Xero is a must.

• Strong organisational skills, with attention to detail and accuracy

• Maintain privacy and confidentiality at all times

• Initiative to complete tasks effectively and efficiently

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Finance, Business Administration, Accounting, or similar.

APPLICATIONS

Cover letter and resume emailed to ••••@cumulus-studio.net
Email title: Bookkeeper & Finance Assistant Application