Accountant (Darwin)

Assistant Accountant Full Time – 40 hours per week
- Darwin, NT Hybrid (Client Sites and Work from Home) $65K
- $80K + Super Position Overview: About Elite Books Elite Books is an Australian bookkeeping and accounting practice that has been delivering high-quality financial services to clients across multiple industries for over three years. We work with a diverse portfolio of clients — with a strong presence in the building and construction sector — and pride ourselves on being a trusted financial partner, not just a service provider. We're a close-knit team that operates with high standards, clear communication, and a genuine commitment to helping each other grow. You can learn more about us at The Role We're looking for an experienced and self-motivated Assistant Accountant to join the Elite Books team. Reporting to our Client Manager, you'll be responsible for managing the day-to-day financial operations across a portfolio of clients, working from home and attending client sites across Darwin as required. This is a long-term role for someone who wants to grow with a business that's going places. If you're organised, client-focused, and comfortable managing your own time across both remote and in-field environments, we want to hear from you. Key Responsibilities
- Manage accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations and general ledger entries across multiple client files
- Process client payments accurately and on time
- Assist with month-end processing including accruals, reconciliations and financial registers
- Assist with monthly financial reporting, including reviewing results, identifying variances, and supporting client discussions
- Maintain accurate and well-structured client files to support efficient review processes
- Assist with payroll processing
- Maintain clear and timely communication with clients and internal team members
- Ad hoc duties as required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 3 years' experience in a bookkeeping or accounting role
- Strong working knowledge of Xero — Xero certification highly regarded
- Proficient across Microsoft 365
- Experience managing multiple client files simultaneously in a practice environment
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines without close supervision
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable working independently in a fully remote environment
- Experience in the building and construction industry is a significant advantage To Be Successful You Will Have
- Bachelor's degree majoring in Accounting or Finance (preferred) or equivalent practical experience
- Proven ability to manage competing priorities across a client portfolio
- Able to prioritise and manage workload without constant direction in a remote environment
- Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, based in Australia
- Current Australian Driver's Licence
- Current National Police Clearance (or willingness to obtain) Why Elite Books?
- Hybrid flexibility — split your time between home and client sites
- Supportive, team-oriented team culture
- Genuine opportunity to grow within an expanding practice
- Secure, full-time role with a team that values your contribution
- Work directly with business owners and senior leadership, not through layers of hierarchy Apply via Indeed or email your CV and a brief cover letter to Applications will be reviewed as received. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $65,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year Application Question(s):
- Do you have current Xero experience? Education:
- Bachelor Degree (Required) Work Authorisation:
- Australia (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Darwin NT Apply on Kit Job: kitjobau.com/job/3qqr9h