Bookkeeper
Posted
This is a remote position.
AU Bookkeeper – Virtual Assistant
About the role
We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to work as a Virtual Assistant supporting Australian small businesses and sole traders — all from the comfort of your home in the Philippines. This role is perfect for accounting or finance graduates and professionals who want to build experience with Australian clients without needing to work abroad. You will keep financial records accurate and up to date, assist with GST and BAS, and help clients stay on top of their day-to-day finances using cloud-based tools like Xero.
What you will do
Record daily financial transactions accurately in Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks
Perform weekly and monthly bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
Process accounts payable and accounts receivable — create invoices, track payments, and follow up on overdue accounts
Categorise income and expenses in accordance with Australian chart of accounts
Assist in preparing and reviewing Business Activity Statements (BAS) for GST reporting
Process payroll and calculate superannuation contributions for Australian employees
Maintain and organise digital receipts and financial documents using cloud storage tools
Generate basic financial reports — profit & loss, aged receivables/payables — for client review
Liaise with clients via email to clarify transactions, gather documents, and provide updates
Support the accounting team or external accountant during EOFY (end of financial year) preparation
Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Financial Management, or a related field
At least 1 year of bookkeeping or accounting experience (AU client experience is a plus but not required)
Working knowledge of Xero, MYOB, or QuickBooks — Xero is preferred
Basic understanding of Australian GST, BAS, and superannuation is an advantage
Good written and verbal English communication skills
High attention to detail with strong numerical and organisational skills
Stable internet connection and a quiet, dedicated home office setup
Comfortable working on AU business hours (mornings to afternoons, PH time)
Nice to have
Xero advisor or Xero payroll certification
Prior experience with an outsourcing or BPO company supporting AU/NZ clients
Familiarity with Australian payroll, award rates, and Fair Work compliance
Experience using Receipt Bank / Dext, HubDoc, or similar document capture tools
Comfortable with tools like Google Workspace, Slack, Asana, or Microsoft 365
What we offer
Competitive salary in Philippine pesos — based on your skills and experience
100% remote work — zero commute, full flexibility
Stable, long-term role with consistent hours and a supportive team
Hands-on training in Australian bookkeeping standards and tools
Paid leave and observance of Philippine public holidays
Clear growth path — opportunity to take on more responsibilities over time