Kelko - Accountant (w/ Civil Construction exp) - Permanent work from home, morni

Job Title: Accountant (Civil Construction)

Location: Remote

Employment Type:Full-time

Rate: 11AUD/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-orientated and reliable accountant/bookkeeperwith experience in the civil construction industry and strongproficiency in Xero accounting software. The ideal candidate will manageday-to-day financial operations, ensure accurate reporting, and supportproject-based accounting requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage daily bookkeeping activities, includingaccounts payable and receivable
• Maintain accurate financial records using Xero
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Prepare monthly financial reports (profit& loss, balance sheet, cash flow)
• Monitor project costs, budgets, and jobprofitability (WIP reporting)
• Process payroll and ensure compliance withlocal labor laws
• Handle invoicing, progress billing, andretention tracking
• Prepare and lodge tax filings (e.g., VAT/GST,income tax, etc.)
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, andfinancial planning
• Coordinate with external auditors, taxadvisors, and stakeholders
• Ensure compliance with industry regulationsand accounting standards

Qualifications& Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, orrelated field
• 2 years +experience as an Accountant, preferably in civil construction (hardrequirement)
• Strong hands-on experience with Xero (certification is a plus)
• Familiarity with construction accountingpractices (job costing, WIP, progress billing)
• Solid understanding of financial reporting andreconciliation processes
• High attention to detail and strongorganizational skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or GoogleSheets
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multipleprojects
• Strong communication and problem-solvingskills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with subcontractors,suppliers, and project managers
• Knowledge of compliance requirements in theconstruction industry
• Experience with payroll systems and statutorycontributions
• CPA or equivalent certification (advantage butnot required)