Senior Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist

Position: SENIOR BOOKKEEPER / ACCOUNTING SPECIALIST Salary range : up to Php 80,000 Philippine Peso/month (The final amount will be at the the client discretion basing on the candidate’s skills and experience. ) Working Hours: Monday to Friday following Australian business time Work set-up: 100% Remote work (Independent Contractor Agreement) Holidays : TBC Recruitment process : possible multiple client interviews and assessment About the Company & Role Our client is an established Australian business support and financial services provider specialising in bookkeeping, accounting administration, and financial management solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. The company helps business owners maintain organised financial records, manage their cash flow, monitor business performance, and stay on top of their ongoing financial obligations. Through cloud-based accounting solutions and practical bookkeeping support, it works with businesses across different industries to simplify their financial operations and improve the accuracy of their records. They are currently looking for an experienced Senior Bookkeeper / Accounting Specialist to manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities across multiple client accounts. The ideal candidate must have strong hands-on experience with both Xero and QuickBooks, a solid understanding of Australian bookkeeping practices, and the ability to independently handle reconciliations, accounts payable and receivable, and month-end processes. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented accounting professional who can work independently, manage multiple client requirements, and deliver accurate and timely financial support in a remote working environment. Key Responsibilities Bookkeeping & Financial Records - Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities for multiple small business client accounts. - Record, classify, and maintain accurate financial transactions in cloud-based accounting systems. - Perform bank, credit card, and balance sheet reconciliations. - Review general ledger entries and identify discrepancies, duplicate transactions, and incorrectly coded expenses. - Maintain organised and updated financial records and supporting documentation. Accounts Payable & Receivable - Process supplier invoices, bills, and payment documentation. - Prepare and issue customer invoices based on approved client instructions. - Monitor outstanding accounts payable and receivable balances. - Track payment statuses and assist with overdue invoice follow-ups.

- Ensure financial transactions are properly documented and recorded. Month-End & Financial Reporting - Perform regular month-end bookkeeping procedures and account reconciliations. - Prepare financial summaries and basic management reports. - Assist with cash flow monitoring, expense tracking, and budgeting. - Review financial reports and identify unusual transactions or discrepancies. - Ensure financial records are complete and ready for reporting and review. BAS & Australian Compliance Support - Maintain accurate bookkeeping records to support Business Activity Statement (BAS) preparation. - Review GST-related transactions and ensure supporting documents are available. - Assist in preparing reconciliation schedules and financial information for BAS reporting. - Monitor reporting deadlines and maintain relevant compliance documentation. - Escalate complex GST, taxation, and BAS matters to the appropriate authorised practitioner. Client Account Management & Bookkeeping Support - Manage bookkeeping requirements across multiple client accounts. - Assist with new client account setup and accounting software organisation. - Conduct bookkeeping clean-ups by identifying unreconciled transactions, uncategorised expenses, and incomplete records. - Coordinate with clients to obtain missing receipts, invoices, bank statements, and other financial documents.