AU Bookeeper (Xero Proficient) (026-1023)

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote, so you can work from home.

Who the Client Is: The client is a growing Australian bookkeeping firm providing high-quality bookkeeping, compliance, and business advisory services for small to medium enterprises. 

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to join a growing Australian bookkeeping practice and registered BAS Agent. This is an excellent opportunity for a bookkeeping professional with strong knowledge of Australian accounting who can independently manage client bookkeeping requirements.

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, managing day-to-day bookkeeping, and supporting compliance requirements for a portfolio of Australian clients. The ideal candidate will have strong Xero experience, a solid understanding of Australian accounting standards, and a commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain accurate financial records for Australian clients using Xero.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform monthly bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Assist with BAS preparation and GST compliance requirements.
• Manage payroll including STP reporting, superannuation, and leave tracking.
• Prepare and review financial reports, including Profit & Loss statements and Balance Sheets.
• Support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Respond to client bookkeeping and financial queries professionally.
• Ensure bookkeeping records comply with Australian accounting standards and tax regulations.
• Maintain organised and accurate financial documentation.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure deadlines and client expectations are met.

Requirements

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Minimum 3 years' experience providing bookkeeping services to Australian clients.
• Experience working for an Australian bookkeeping or accounting firm.
• Advanced proficiency in Xero and Xero Payroll.
• Strong knowledge of Australian GST, BAS, and Superannuation requirements.
• Solid understanding of Australian business structures (companies, trusts, partnerships).
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential financial information.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection with backup internet and power arrangements.

Preferred:

• Xero Advisor Certification.
• Familiarity with Xero Practice Manager.
• Experience using Dext, Hubdoc, or Syft.

What Success Looks Like:

• Accurate and timely completion of bookkeeping and reconciliation tasks.
• Reliable financial records requiring minimal review or correction.
• Strong compliance with Australian bookkeeping and reporting requirements.
• Effective communication with clients and stakeholders.
• Consistent delivery of high-quality work with strong attention to detail and confidentiality.

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a remote independent contractor engagement. Successful candidates will be expected to disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work before engagement.