Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

Role Overview

Redline Cranes is hiring an experienced Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant for its Kewdale workshop in Perth, WA. The role sits within bookkeeping and small-practice accounting and is designed for someone who can confidently manage the day-to-day finance function in a busy, growing business.

The company is a Western Australian business focused on crane hire, crane servicing and repairs, crane sales, major inspections, spare parts, and engineering design, innovation, and research & development. It values quality workmanship, strong customer service, and a workplace where team members are encouraged to bring ideas, improve systems, and take ownership of projects.

The preferred arrangement is full-time, but the employer is open to school hours, part-time work, and flexible working arrangements for the right candidate.

Key Duties

You will work closely with the Business Support & Accounts Manager, company directors, and an external accounting firm that handles BAS lodgements, taxation guidance, statutory compliance, and year-end financial reporting. Your main focus will be bookkeeping and finance, with some general office administration support when needed.

• Keep financial records accurate and up to date, including data entry
• Handle accounts payable and accounts receivable tasks
• Perform bank, credit card, and supplier reconciliations
• Run payroll and prepare payroll reports
• Track debtors and follow up on customer accounts
• Monitor cash flow
• Process supplier payments
• Support month-end reporting
• Maintain the general ledger
• Compile financial details for review by external accountants
• Assist with recurring billing and service invoicing
• Provide professional customer service and respond to account queries
• Support debtor management and collections
• Assist with general administrative duties as required
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across the business

What the Role Offers

This position offers long-term stability in a growing Western Australian business, with support from an experienced accounts manager and an external accounting firm. The workplace is described as friendly, family-oriented, and supportive, with opportunities to share ideas and help improve internal systems.

• Full-time employment with long-term career potential
• Flexible arrangements, including school hours and part-time options for the right person
• Hourly pay that will be competitive and based on experience
• Close support from an experienced Business Support & Accounts Manager
• Ongoing assistance from a professional external accounting firm
• Friendly, family-oriented team culture
• Team lunches, Christmas celebrations, and staff events
• Opportunity to influence business improvements and systems
• Stable role with a growing local employer

Candidate Profile

The ideal applicant is organised, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of their work while contributing positively to a supportive team.

• At least 2 years of experience in bookkeeping or accounts
• Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or an equivalent qualification
• Strong Microsoft Office ability, especially Excel
• Experience with MYOB or comparable accounting software
• Strong time management and organisational skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Self-motivated approach with an interest in improving processes and systems

Preferred Experience

• Payroll experience
• Knowledge of BAS preparation
• Experience with ServiceM8 or similar job management software
• Background in trade, construction, or service-based industries
• Exposure to inventory management
• Experience supporting government grants or Research & Development incentive programs
• Ability to work as a multi-skilled generalist in a small or medium-sized business

Application Information

Applicants should be looking for a long-term opportunity with a business that values their contribution and offers flexibility. Interested candidates can apply by submitting their resume via SEEK or by emailing admin@redlinecranes.com.au.

About Redline Cranes

Redline Cranes is a proudly Western Australian owned and operated company specialising in crane hire, crane servicing and repairs, crane sales, major inspections, spare parts, and engineering design, innovation, and research & development.

As the business grows, it is looking for people who want to grow with the team, contribute ideas, improve systems, and adopt new technology to help the business keep evolving.