Senior Outsourced Finance Officer

About the Opportunity

Join the Corporate Bookkeeping team within our global mid-tier accounting and advisory firm. Due to continued growth and new leadership, we are seeking a highly capable finance professional to take ownership of a diverse corporate client portfolio.

This role offers the technical complexity of multi-entity clients and CA-led mentorship, combined with the supportive, collaborative culture of a mid-tier practice. It is an ideal opportunity for an experienced professional looking to transition from a smaller firm or agency into a broader, advisory-focused role where they can partner with clients and further develop their career.

Key Responsibilities

In this client-facing role, you will act as the external finance function for your portfolio, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely financial delivery. Outsourced Finance Management: Manage the end-to-end finance function for a dedicated portfolio. This includes month-end processes, AP/AR management, cash flow forecasting, budgeting, and the preparation of monthly and quarterly management accounts (P&L and Balance Sheet).Compliance & Payroll: Ensure strict adherence to Australian compliance requirements, including the preparation of BAS/IAS, and managing full payroll processing (STP Phase 2, payroll tax, WorkCover, and superannuation).Systems & Process Optimisation: Set up new clients, maintain charts of accounts, and assist clients in modernising and improving their cloud accounting systems (primarily Xero) and internal processes.Client & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the primary point of contact for client financial queries, attend client meetings, and collaborate closely with our Business Advisory, Family Office, and Tax teams to deliver integrated outcomes.Mentorship & Quality Control: Review bookkeeping and compliance work completed by intermediate and offshore team members, providing constructive feedback to ensure firm standards are consistently met.

Candidate Profile

We are looking for a proactive, highly organised professional who thrives in a multi-client environment and is looking for a long-term role where their technical expertise is valued.
5+ years of experience in a senior outsourced finance, cloud accounting, or comprehensive bookkeeping role. Proven experience managing multiple clients concurrently within an accounting firm, bookkeeping agency, or professional services environment is essential.Completion of a recognised accounting or bookkeeping qualification.Advanced skills in Xero (Certification preferred) and Excel, with a strong aptitude for cloud accounting ecosystems (MYOB experience is advantageous).Comprehensive, practical understanding of Australian statutory compliance (BAS, STP, payroll, superannuation, WorkCover).Prior experience reviewing the work of junior or offshore team members is highly regarded.Exceptional communication skills, with the confidence to liaise effectively with corporate clients, business owners, and senior internal stakeholders.

Why Join Us?

We offer a stable, supportive environment where technical capability and accountability are rewarded. As part of our team, you will have access to:Professional Development: Clear progression pathways within a global mid-tier network, including structured technical training and exposure to CA-led advisory work.High-Quality Client Base: Ownership of complex, multi-entity corporate clients that provide excellent technical exposureStrategic Impact: The opportunity to influence process development and quality standards as our function continues to scale.Flexibility & Wellbeing: A supportive hybrid working arrangement based in a modern Melbourne CBD office.