Experienced Bookkeeper for Australian Accounting Practice

EXPERIENCED BOOKKEEPER for AUSTRALIAN Accounting Firm

Are you ready to show us your Australian bookkeeping superpowers?

We’re excited to meet the right person — is it you?

We are offering an outstanding opportunity for an experienced Bookkeeper with a solid background in the bookkeeping environment and proficiency in QuickBooks Online and Xero. Join our growing team and deliver high-quality results by following clearly documented systems in a supportive and efficient workplace.
Experience with Australian GST is essential.
Join a values-driven accounting team with extra Easter leave available, and a two-week Christmas shutdown!

A. THE ROLE
We are seeking a detail-driven, client-focused bookkeeper who enjoys making a real difference to small businesses. You will be working in a structured, process-oriented environment, where accuracy, productivity and client service are key.

Client Service Mantra: ACE — Accurate, Cost-effective, and Efficient

Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday (8:00 am – 5:30 pm AEST, GMT +10) and four hours on Friday

THE ROLE IS PERFECT FOR YOU IF YOU:

• Hold formal training in Accounting or Bookkeeping
• Have SOLID experience in Australian BAS preparation
• Understand Australian GST legislation and nuances
• Love to work as a team with all team members following consistent processes.
• Love to deliver high-quality work, on time
• Have a strong grasp of accounting principles and general ledger
• Communicate clearly in excellent written and spoken English
• Embrace productivity tools and cloud-based technology (especially QuickBooks Online)
• Are proactive, solution-focused, and love following procedures
• Are organised, self-directed, and an efficient time manager
• Have a strong sense of professional confidentiality and responsibility
• Can work well under pressure and in a remote team setting
• Are complimented on your attention to detail and reliability

B. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

You’ll work as part of a small, collaborative team, and will be responsible for:

• Bookkeeping and transaction processing for small business clients
• Accurate general ledger and GST allocations
• Bank reconciliation and review of outstanding transactions
• Preparation of Business Activity Statements (BAS)
• Preparation of year-end workpapers for our accountants

Required Skills & Attributes:

• A genuine passion for accounting and numbers
• Strong understanding of debits and credits (this will be tested)
• Ability to follow procedures and grasp the "why" behind tasks
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Tech-savviness — advanced computer skills will be tested

C. EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS

To be considered, you must have:

A reliable computer (i5 processor or higher) with minimum 8GB RAM preferable MORE.

At least TO screens, preferably THREE — ideally a laptop + 2 extra screens or a dual-monitor setup

A stable internet connection and a reliable internet backup

A dedicated home workspace with ergonomic chair and proper desk, away from household interruptions

A dedicated noise-cancelling headset (not shared)

A camera for meetings

A full keyboard with number pad and mouse

The hard disk of your computer MUST be less than 80% full

D CHILDCARE ARRANGEMENTS

For applicants with children under 8 years old, a dedicated adult carer must be present during all working hours.

E. WHO ARE WE?

We are a tech-forward, Australian-based accounting firm that supports small businesses across the country.

We value:

Clear communication

A love of learning

Commitment to maintaining established procedures and processes

Confidentiality and integrity

Strong teamwork, even in a remote environment

We have well-documented procedures available in our online portal.

F. WORK SCHEDULE, HOLIDAYS & BENEFITS

40 hours per week – Monday to Thursday GMT +10 8:00 am to 5:30 pm and 4 hours on Friday morning.

(6:00 am to 2:30 pm Philippine time

Pro-rata Annual Leave (7%) and Personal Leave (3.5%)

2-week Christmas Shutdown

Easter Thursday leave available; 1 & 2 November leave available

Paid for all gazetted Brisbane (Australia) Public Holidays

Paid every second week in PHP directly to your bank account

13th Month Pay (pro-rata after 6 months service)

Pay is commensurate with experience and reviewed regularly.

G. HOW TO GET OUR ATTENTION

We only shortlist applicants who follow these instructions exactly. Please include all four items below in your application:

1) Subject Line

Your application email must have the exact subject line: “Bookkeeper Superstar - ”

This is essential to get past our screening filters.

2) RESUME

Submit a detailed resume listing all work and study over the past 5 years, plus a summary of prior experience.

DO NOT send Canva-style 1-page designs. We want substance over style.

3) COVER LETTER

In your letter, tell us:

a) When and how you discovered your passion for bookkeeping
b) What a satisfying day at work looks like for you
c) An example of how tech improved your work/study
d) How you manage tasks and deadlines
e) Details of your QuickBooks Online experience
f) Your understanding of Australian GST — and how you’ve applied it
g) The best thing you’ve done in Word and Excel — and how it added value
h) Your favourite subject studied and how you excelled in it
i) A time you used English professionally with non-Filipino clients/teams
j) An example of your “can-do” attitude solving a problem
k) What excites you about working from home
l) Your expected salary (in PHP) for a 72-hour fortnight

4) SHORT VIDEO

Make a 30–60 second video using your mobile phone showing your dedicated workspace.
Tell us:
a) How your setup makes you productive
b) How you will keep it confidential from others in your household