Bookkeeper / Finance Manager 📍Adamstown, NSW | 🕓Full Time | 💰Salary based on experience and qualifications About Us Based in Adamstown, we are a well-established commercial building company delivering high-end fitouts, building refurbishments, and new builds across Newcastle and surrounding regions. With a tight-knit team and strong community values, we pride ourselves on quality, collaboration, and a supportive workplace culture. About the Role Reporting directly to the Director, the Bookkeeper / Finance Manager plays a central role in managing the company’s financial operations and supporting broader business functions including HR, compliance, and administration. This is a varied role ideal for someone who enjoys responsibility, working independently, and leading a small admin team. You’ll be responsible for financial reporting, accounts oversight, payroll coordination, supporting HR processes, and business systems – Ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and long-term financial integrity. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeper / Finance Manager Oversee and audit Accounts Payable and Receivable functions Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS, Payroll Tax, FBT, Long Service Leave, and other statutory returns Manage daily and weekly reconciliations across bank, credit cards, payroll, and subcontractor details Manage weekly reconciliations of New Subcontractor details required for TPAR, data entry and timesheet and payroll data Produce regular financial reports: Profit & Loss, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow, WIP, Job Profitability, etc. Maintain internal financial controls and manage business compliance Apply for finance on motor vehicles and equipment as required Admin & HR Support Oversee business insurances: Public Liability, Workers Comp, Vehicle, Property, Contract Works & Home Warranty Support onboarding, offboarding, and employee record keeping Manage award reviews and employee notification letters Stay across current employment legislation including NES, superannuation and relevant awards Provide general administrative support to all team members as needed Coach the admin team, supporting their performance and development General Business Operations Troubleshoot basic IT issues and liaise with external tech providers Oversee filing systems, archiving, and business resource coordination Manage vendor credit accounts (applications and maintenance) Support WHS compliance alongside site and office teams Assist the Director and wider team with business analysis, clerical support and ad-hoc operational duties Contribute to the development, review and communication of company policies and procedures About You To succeed in this role, you will have: Minimum 5 years’ experience in bookkeeping and financial management A Certificate IV in Financial Services (Bookkeeping or Accounting) or equivalent Experience in Xero and general bookkeeping software’s A natural problem solver who enjoys improving processes Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills What We Offer A permanent full-time position with flexibility where needed A genuinely supportive team culture with regular social events The chance to be involved in a dynamic and growing construction business Opportunities for growth, development, and career progression Be part of a company that gives back — we regularly volunteer our time and skills to support less fortunate communities