Receptionist – Bookkeeping Firm

Part‑Time | Monday–Wednesday, 9:00am–2:30pm Perfect school‑hours role

About Us

We’re a growing bookkeeping practice based in Whitfield, supporting a wide range of local businesses with reliable, friendly, and detail‑focused financial administration. As our client base expands, we’re looking for a positive and adaptable receptionist to join our team.

About the Role

This position is ideal for someone seeking meaningful part‑time work within school‑friendly hours. You’ll be the first point of contact for clients and will support the team with general administrative duties, including:

• Greeting clients and managing incoming calls

• Email correspondence and appointment scheduling

• Filing, data entry, and document organisation

• Assisting with client onboarding and basic admin tasks

• Supporting the bookkeeping team as needed

As part of the role, you’ll be encouraged to study toward a Certificate IV in Accounting & Bookkeeping, with the potential for additional hours as your skills and confidence grow.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will be:

• Positive, open‑minded, and adaptable

• Comfortable interacting with a wide range of client personalities

• Reliable and detail‑focused, with strong organisational skills

• Able to manage a fast‑paced workload and juggle multiple tasks

• Interested in developing a long‑term career in bookkeeping or administration

What We Offer

• Family‑friendly hours (Mon–Wed, 9:00am–2:30pm)

• Supportive team environment

• Professional development opportunities, including Cert IV study

• Potential for increased hours as your training progresses

• A stable, community‑focused workplace in Whitfield

How to Apply

Applicants must hold Australian citizenship or permanent residency to be considered for this role.

Please send your resume and a brief cover letter outlining why you’d be a great fit for this role to *********@a1bookkeepingcairns.com.au.