Bookkeeper / Business Management

i.D Blinds is a locally owned and operated Cairns business providing custom window furnishings to commercial and domestic clients across the region.

With a skilled team and a strong reputation for quality custom design and installation, i.D Blinds is continuing to strengthen its internal systems and business operations.

We are now looking for an experienced Bookkeeper / Business Management professional to join our team and play an important role in supporting the financial, administrative and operational requirements of the business.

This is a hands-on position suited to someone who is confident taking ownership of their responsibilities and enjoys working in a busy, practical environment where priorities can move quickly.

The Role

Working closely with the business owners, you will be responsible for a combination of bookkeeping, financial administration and broader business support.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and financial record-keeping;

• Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero;

• Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable;

• Completing bank and account reconciliations;

• Assisting with payroll and associated financial administration;

• Maintaining financial documentation, records and reporting;

• Using and maintaining job management software and associated business systems;

• Supporting the business and its operational units with financial and operational reporting;

• Overseeing business administration and coordination to ensure financial compliance;

• Assisting with the implementation and ongoing improvement of office systems, processes and procedures;

• Maintaining accurate electronic and physical records;

• Monitoring key dates and ensuring administrative and financial requirements are completed within required timeframes; and

• Liaising professionally with customers, suppliers, contractors and other stakeholders.

About You

To be successful in this role, you have:

• A love numbers of all types – not just the dollars, but reporting and analysis

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping, accounts, business administration or business management role;

• Demonstrated experience using Xero;

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Office, Teams and Sharepoint is essential. 

• Experience using QuoteRite job management or similar business software;

• Strong bookkeeping and financial administration skills;

• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy;

• The ability to work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities;

• Strong organisational and time-management skills;

• The ability to prioritise competing demands and work effectively to strict deadlines;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills;

• Confidence liaising with management, customers, suppliers and other stakeholders;

• Good computer literacy and the ability to learn new systems quickly; and

• A practical, proactive and solutions-focused approach to your work.

Relevant qualifications in bookkeeping, accounting, business administration or business management will be highly regarded.