Bookkeeper

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

📋 Description

• Process supplier invoices in accordance with purchase orders and received goods.

• Oversee accounts payable transactions and prepare bank payment files for managerial approval.

• Ensure the maintenance of precise supplier records.

• Investigate and resolve discrepancies in pricing, quantities, and invoices.

• Administer payroll for both factory and office staff.

• Manage timesheets, leave, superannuation, and PAYG withholding obligations.

• Keep accurate employee records up to date.

• Maintain current Single Touch Payroll reporting.

• Allocate customer payments while ensuring accurate debtor ledgers.

• Monitor outstanding accounts and proactively follow up on overdue payments.

• Communicate with trade customers, including builders and roofers, via phone and email.

• Foster professional relationships while managing collections effectively.

• Conduct regular bank reconciliations.

• Perform allocations within the general ledger.

• Assist in the month-end closing processes.

• Prepare reports on aged debtors and creditors.

• Identify discrepancies or anomalies at an early stage.

• Recommend enhancements to financial processes during the implementation of the new system.

• Provide general administrative support and assist other team members as needed.

• Become acquainted with Harmonic and the company’s financial procedures.

• Independently manage payroll and collections tasks.

• Ensure that bank reconciliations and financial records are consistently updated.

• Take ownership of the daily finance workflow and identify opportunities for process improvements.

⛳️ Requirements

• 3–5+ years of comprehensive bookkeeping experience.

• Experience in supporting Australian businesses.

• Practical knowledge of Australian payroll, superannuation, PAYG, and STP processes.

• Strong background in accounts payable and receivable.

• Proficient in managing collections and customer follow-ups via phone.

• Excellent verbal and written English communication skills.

• Professional communication style suitable for interactions with Australian customers and suppliers.

• Keen attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks.

• Sound judgment with the ability to identify and raise issues proactively.

• Capable of learning and adapting to new accounting or ERP systems.

• Reliable home office setup with stable internet access and backup power.

• Familiarity with Harmonic or similar ERP/manufacturing systems.

• Bookkeeping experience in roofing, construction, building supplies, or manufacturing sectors.

• Knowledge of inventory-linked accounting practices, including purchase orders, goods receipting, and stock costing.

• Experience with accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, Job Pack, or Micronet.

• Adherence to two-factor authentication protocols.

• Experience with VPN usage.

• Familiarity with password managers.

• Secure handling of financial and employee information.

• Disclosure of any existing ongoing roles or client engagements.

• Ensure this engagement is reflected on LinkedIn, clearly labeled as “Independent Contractor.”

🏝️ Benefits

• 100% remote work opportunity from home.

• Comprehensive training on Harmonic software.

• Engaged as an independent contractor.