Accountant, Senior Bookkeeper

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Philippines.

📋 Description

• Process payroll for various clients, which includes handling timesheet and rostering data from Deputy; manage STP reporting, superannuation, and PAYG withholding.

• Oversee accounts payable tasks, such as bill entry, obtaining approvals, conducting supplier reconciliations, and executing payment runs.

• Administer accounts receivable, encompassing invoicing, debtor follow-ups, and maintenance of the AR ledger.

• Prepare and finalize month-end activities, including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries.

• Reconcile monthly balance sheet accounts, including those for bank, credit card, loans, GST/PAYG control accounts, and superannuation payable.

• Process intercompany transactions and necessary eliminations across related entities when required.

• Assist with GST/BAS preparation and fulfill other periodic compliance requirements.

• Provide support to the CFO/Director with client reporting, ad hoc analyses, and financial data that is ready for reporting.

• Ensure accurate and current records are maintained in Xero and other client platforms.

• Manage comprehensive finance functions across multiple Australian client accounts while maintaining regular communication with clients and the CFO/Director.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidate must be based in the Philippines.

• A minimum of 4 years' experience in bookkeeping or accounting, preferably in a multi-client practice setting.

• Proficient knowledge of Xero is required.

• Ability to manage competing deadlines for multiple clients simultaneously.

• Exceptional attention to detail, especially in reconciliations.

• Strong written and verbal English communication skills for direct interaction with clients and the CFO.

• Candidates must disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.

• Candidates are required to reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile, clearly identified as “Independent Contractor.”

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work from home.

• Flexibility in managing time as contractors see fit.

• Opportunity to collaborate with a Sydney-based Virtual CFO and accounting practice.

• Engagement as an independent contractor.