Our Client
Marine Bioproducts is a not-for-profit Cooperative Research Centre (CRC) bringing together more than 70 partners from academia and industry. They are driving Australia’s transition to the ‘third generation’ of marine production (first generation is fishing, second generation is aquaculture). They do this by funding research and the development of new products. Thanks to a federal government grant of $59 million and co-funding from our partners, they have more than $270 million to invest over 10 years. Their aim is to make Australia a global player in marine biotech, an industry that is forecast to be worth more than US$700 billion by 2035.
A newly created opportunity now exists to join the organisation as a Bookkeeper on a permanent, 0.8FTE basis.
The Role
Reporting to the General Manager, you’ll be responsible for:
- Maintaining the integrity and accuracy of financial data across operational, project and grant‑related systems (Xero, Dext, ApprovalMax and turnKey)
- Managing day‑to‑day finance operations, including accounts inbox triage, supplier invoices, expense claims, purchase documentation and corporate credit card reconciliations
- Preparing and processing fortnightly accounts payable batch payments, including generation and upload of ABA files for approval
- Preparing and processing fortnightly payroll, maintain employee pay records and reconcile payroll liabilities
- Supporting monthly payroll deductions, including PAYG withholding, superannuation processing and STP compliance
- Processing and reconciling monthly corporate credit card transactions
- Recording project financial information accurately in turnKey after transactions occur
- Reconciling data between turnKey, Xero and bank accounts, and resolve any differences
- Preparing and lodge quarterly GST and FBT returns and reconcile tax accounts
- Preparing quarterly Commonwealth grant financial reports, including expenditure, cash flow and supporting schedules
- Supporting the General Manager with annual budgeting and forecasting activities
- Preparing journals, balance date adjustments and reconciliations for quarterly and year‑end reporting
- Undertaking other finance and accounting tasks as required
About You
- Previous Bookkeeper or Senior Finance Officer experience where you’ve worked across AP, payroll, reporting and tax
- Strong proficiency in the MS Suite and an understanding of accounting systems e.g. Xero, MYOB etc
- High attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential information
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast paced environment
- Previous experience working in education, research, “start-up”, production, marine or a grant funded environment will be highly regarded (but is not essential to be considered)
In Return
- Competitive remuneration in line with market and your experience
- 8FTE role with the flexibility to set your own days and working hours
- Convenient city fringe location in Kent Town with onsite carparking
- Flexible work arrangements including WFH can be negotiated
- Collaborative and values driven environment
- Interesting and growing industry backed by the federal government
Next Steps
If you’re interested in the role on offer, please apply using the relevant link. If you have any questions relating to the role, please email Megan Kivell – mkivell@ppsconsulting.com.au