Hunt St is looking for an Onboarding Bookkeeper to join our team. In this role, you will manage the complete bookkeeping setup for new customers, ensuring each client begins with accurate, well-structured financial data. You’ll be part of a collaborative culture committed to excellence and a modern approach to finance.

What You'll Do

Manage the full finance-related onboarding process, including file reviews, issue identification, remediation, and customer communication.
Work closely with the Onboarding Project Manager and participate in onboarding meetings to ensure alignment.
Maintain proactive communication with customers to track deliverables and manage expectations.
Escalate risks, blockers, or delays early for timely resolution.
Ensure the internal platform accurately reflects onboarding progress.
Create and configure Xero files, including building and optimizing the chart of accounts.
Set up Dext for new customers and provide clear instructions for smooth adoption.
Review and correct existing accounting files to reflect the true financial position.
Perform balance sheet rectifications, resolving issues like unclaimed deposits and misallocated accruals.
Optimize the chart of accounts and restructure profit and loss reporting.
Review work completed by others, ensuring key reconciliations are complete.
Document onboarding configurations, decisions, and workflows to required standards.
Contribute to creating handover packs for a smooth transition to ongoing teams.
Support continuous improvement of processes through knowledge sharing.

What We're Looking For

5+ years of experience in bookkeeping.
Advanced knowledge of Xero.
Strong understanding of accrual accounting, including accrued income/expenses, prepayments, and customer deposits.
Proven experience reviewing historical accounting data and performing technical corrections.
Confidence working independently on complex files while collaborating cross-functionally.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical accounting matters clearly.