Bookkeeper – Part-time

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

📋 Description

• Oversee accounts payable and receivable, which includes processing invoices and managing payment allocations.

• Handle supplier invoices and arrange payments in accordance with the established payment terms.

• Maintain financial records for customers, suppliers, debtors, and creditors.

• Reconcile supplier statements and address any discrepancies that arise.

• Keep track of outstanding invoices and perform debt collection along with payment follow-ups.

• Send customer statements and payment reminders through email and phone calls.

• Raise issues regarding overdue accounts and unresolved payment situations to management.

• Provide updates concerning outstanding balances and collection efforts.

• Manage and uphold financial information in Simpro and Xero.

• Process and reconcile invoices, purchase orders, and supplier bills.

• Allocate income and expenses to the correct accounts and projects.

• Reconcile bank accounts and credit card transactions.

• Manage expenses and keep financial documentation organized.

• Assist with monthly financial reporting and bookkeeping tasks.

• Enhance financial processes and administrative workflows.

• Aid in payroll processing, which includes timesheets, leave, superannuation, and employee payment runs.

• Maintain payroll records in Xero and support payroll reconciliations.

• Ensure payroll data complies with Australian payroll regulations.

⛳️ Requirements

• Candidate must be based in the Philippines.

• Proven bookkeeping experience in support of Australian businesses.

• Practical experience with both Simpro and Xero is essential.

• Strong knowledge of Australian bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting practices.

• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and performing bank reconciliations.

• Background in processing Australian payroll using Xero.

• Experience in debt collection and following up on customer payments.

• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

• Capability to work independently.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Availability to work during designated Australian business hours.

• Willingness to attend meetings and collaborate during core AEST business hours.

• Must disclose any existing ongoing roles or client commitments.

• Should reflect this engagement on LinkedIn as “Independent Contractor.”

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote work from home.

• Flexible scheduling as an independent contractor.

• Potential to transition to a full-time position within 3–6 months, with a salary of up to AUD $2,000/month, based on business growth and workload.