Senior Bookkeeper responsible for end-to-end bookkeeping in Xero, Australian payroll and tax compliance (BAS, PAYG, Super, STP), reconciliations, month/year-end close, multi-currency/import-export accounting, reporting (P&L, BS, cash flow), and process improvements to maintain audit-ready books.
This is a remote position.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly experienced, detail-obsessed Senior Bookkeeper to take full ownership of day-to-day financial operations for an Australian-based business.
This is not a basic data-entry role. You will operate at the level of a junior accountant — responsible for maintaining clean, accurate financials, ensuring compliance with Australian tax obligations, and producing reliable reporting that supports decision-making.
You will be expected to work autonomously, identify issues proactively, and maintain a high standard of financial integrity.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in Xero
- Bank, credit card, and payment gateway reconciliations
- Journal entries, accruals, prepayments, and adjustments
- Month-end and year-end close processes
Australian Compliance & Tax Support - Prepare and manage BAS submissions (GST)
- Handle PAYG withholding and reporting
- Manage Superannuation obligations
- Ensure compliance with Australian accounting and tax requirements
Payroll (Australian Context) - End-to-end payroll processing for Australian employees
- Award interpretation (if applicable), leave tracking, and compliance
- Superannuation calculations and submissions
- STP (Single Touch Payroll) reporting
Accounts Payable & Receivable - Supplier invoice processing and payment scheduling
- Customer invoicing and collections tracking
- Cash flow awareness and reporting
Import / Export & Multi-Currency - Manage transactions involving international suppliers
- Handle multi-currency accounting in Xero
- Record landed costs, duties, freight, and import-related expenses accurately
- Understand GST and tax implications of imports and exports
Reporting & Analysis - Prepare monthly financial reports (P&L, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow)
- Identify discrepancies, trends, and anomalies
- Support budgeting and forecasting with accurate data
- Provide insights, not just numbers
Process Improvement - Identify inefficiencies and improve financial workflows
- Maintain clean, audit-ready books at all times
- Implement controls to reduce errors and risk
Requirements
Non-Negotiable
Experience
- Minimum 5+ years of bookkeeping experience
- Proven experience working with Australian businesses
- Demonstrated ownership of full bookkeeping function (not just AP/AR)
Xero Expertise - Advanced proficiency in Xero (not basic use)
- Strong understanding of integrations, reconciliations, and reporting
Australian Tax Experience - Experience of:
- BAS / GST
- PAYG withholding
- Superannuation
- STP payroll reporting
Payroll Experience - Hands-on experience running payroll for an Australian company
Import / Export Accounting - Experience handling:
- International suppliers
- Multi-currency transactions
- Duties, freight, landed costs
- GST implications on imports/exports
Technical Skills - Strong Excel / Google Sheets capability (data analysis, formulas, reconciliation work)
- High level of numerical accuracy
Nice to Have (Not Essential)
- Experience in manufacturing or inventory-based businesses
- Experience with eCommerce (e.g. Shopify)
- Exposure to inventory and COGS tracking
Work Environment & Expectations
While this is a work-from-home position, it is important to note that this is a full-time role—not a freelance or flexible-hour arrangement. You will be expected to work a fixed shift and maintain a high level of professionalism and accountability, just as you would in an office environment.
✅ This role requires:
• Discipline and commitment to set working hours (strict shift times, not flexible)
• Use of time tracking software during work hours
• Active participation in team and client calls with your camera ON
• Consistent availability and responsiveness throughout your shift
• Treating this as a long-term, full-time job—not a side gig or freelance task
⏱ Payroll is processed bi-monthly.
We’re looking for someone who values structure, is dependable, and thrives in a role that provides consistency and clarity. If you’re seeking stability and a team that appreciates reliability, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits
1. Monthly Salary: Php 58,000
2. Salary will be paid on a bi-monthly basis on the 15th and 30th or 31st of each month
3. You will be paid extra for overtime and Philippine public holidays
4. Probation: 6 months, and after Probation
- 10 days of annual leave credits
- 5 days of sick leave
5. HMO offered after 6-month probation
6. Eligible for 13th Month Pay after 30 days
7. Annual Salary Review
8. Laptop provided after 30 days
9. Permanent work-from-home role. You will have to use your own internet.
10. SHIFT TIMES: 6:00 AM to 3:00 PM Philippine time, Monday to Friday.
24x7 Direct Melbourne, Victoria, AUS Office
Melbourne, Australia
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