Senior Bookkeeper – AU Accounting Firm SME

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

📋 Description

• Oversee complete bookkeeping processes for Australian small business clients spanning various industries.

• Conduct bank reconciliations on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.

• Accurately and timely manage accounts payable and accounts receivable.

• Assist in the preparation of BAS in accordance with ATO requirements (where experienced).

• Process payroll for clients as needed (highly valued).

• Maintain precise financial records using cloud-based accounting platforms such as Xero, MYOB, and/or QuickBooks Online.

• Ensure that all transactions are appropriately coded, categorized, and reconciled.

• Prepare and provide support for monthly financial reporting for internal assessment.

• Communicate promptly with the internal team when clarification on client transactions or records is necessary.

• Keep client files organized, clean, and audit-ready at all times.

• Proactively identify and report issues, discrepancies, or delays without requiring follow-up.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3–5 years of practical bookkeeping experience, ideally with Australian clients.

• Proficiency in Xero is essential.

• Strong preference for proficiency in MYOB and/or QuickBooks Online (QBO).

• Advanced skills in Excel and/or Google Sheets.

• Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles, Australian GST, and relevant compliance requirements.

• Experience working with Australian small business clients in diverse industries.

• High attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining accuracy in all financial records.

• Capability to manage multiple clients and tasks concurrently without constant supervision.

• Strong time management abilities and a proven history of meeting deadlines.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Experience with BAS preparation and knowledge of ATO reporting obligations (nice to have).

• Familiarity with payroll processing under Australian regulations (nice to have).

• Experience with cloud accounting integrations and add-on tools (e.g., Dext, Hubdoc, Receipt Bank) (nice to have).

• Background working in an Australian accounting or bookkeeping firm serving multiple SME clients (nice to have).

• Certificate IV in Bookkeeping, Accounting, or a related field (advantageous but not mandatory).

🏝️ Benefits

• Opportunities for professional development and growth.

• Flexible working arrangements.

• Collaborative and supportive team environment.

• Competitive salary package.