Role Description: Bookkeeper - Remote / Work from Home

Job description

Overview

Since 2011, Teach Learn Grow (TLG) has worked to improve educational outcomes for students experiencing disadvantage in rural and remote Australian communities. Through one-on-one tutoring and mentoring, TLG aims to empower children to reach their full potential. Recognised for its impactful work, TLG was awarded the 2021 Community Volunteer Organisation of the Year. TLG is dedicated to fostering equity in education and creating lasting change for future generations.

We're a small, passionate team driven by impact. If that resonates with you, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role

As TLG continues to grow and embed consistent finance practices, we're looking for an experienced bookkeeper to join us on a contractor basis. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day bookkeeping activities of the organisation, working closely with the CEO.

Applicants must hold a current ABN.

  • Job Type: Contractor/Sole Trader (up to 4 hours per week)

  • Location: Work from home (BYO device) and 1 x monthly virtual meeting 

  • Supervisor / Manager: Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

  • Direct Reports: N/A

MAIN DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities

  • Review pre-spending applications with the budget

  • Review post-spending applications and process reimbursements as required

  • Managing TLG program deposits

  • Manage fortnightly payroll

  • Monthly bank reconciliations

  • Expense reimbursement

  • Support grant tracking activities, including expense management and allocation

  • Support ATO filings

  • Provide ad-hoc support to the CEO for other tasks as required

  • Prepare and submit BAS, IAS and annual tax return

  • Draft monthly finance reports for revision by the CFO and CEO

  • Liaise with the auditor and external stakeholders

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

Qualifications:

  • Qualifications or ongoing study relevant to finance or accounting will be viewed positively.

Experience:

  • Minimum 3 years experience as a bookkeeper or finance officer responsible for day-to-day finance operations

  • Experience in the not-for-profit sector viewed positively.

Necessary Skills:

  • Experience with Xero Accounting Software

  • Experience with Stripe

  • Ability to work autonomously

  • High attention to detail

  • Excellent time management skills

  • Adaptability in a small, fast-moving team

Desirable Skills:

  • Experience with grant funding

  • Experience with Google Workspace.

THE TEACH LEARN GROW EXPERIENCE:

  • Make a direct impact on educational outcomes for children in remote and regional communities

  • Gain valuable experience across strategic planning, grant management, and NFP finance

  • Work with a welcoming, supportive team that genuinely values your contribution

  • Flexible hours and full autonomy around how you perform your duties

  • Access to knowledgeable and passionate leaders committed to TLG's mission

  • Opportunities to take on increased responsibility as the organisation grows

GET IN TOUCH

To learn more about this role, please contact Sinfree Chirunga, CFO at cfo@teachlearngrow.org.au using the subject line: Bookkeeper - Remote / Work from Home enquiry

TLG is an equal opportunity employer and encourages First Nations peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds to apply. For queries regarding equity, access, or support in submitting an application, please contact Chloe Lagrenade at ceo@teachlearngrow.org.au