Job Highlights:

• Contract type: Independent Contractor
  
• Schedule: Flexible, 20+ hours per week
• weekly payroll processing required

Client Timezone: Australian Eastern Daylight Time (Melbourne)

 

Client Overview: 

A growing transport and logistics company based in Melbourne with approximately 11 employees. They’re transitioning from expensive local bookkeeping services to build a more efficient, cost-effective financial operations team. The business values quality work at fair rates and is committed to finding the right long-term partner to support their continued growth.

 

Job Description: 

You’ll take ownership of the financial backbone for a dynamic transport company, ensuring their books stay clean, organized, and compliant. This role offers the perfect opportunity to make an immediate impact by streamlining their Xero system and establishing reliable weekly payroll processes. You’ll work directly with the business owner and management team, becoming an integral part of their operations while enjoying the flexibility of remote work.

 

Responsibilities:

• Maintain and clean up existing Xero accounting system to ensure accuracy and organization
• Process weekly payroll for approximately 11 employees with precision and timeliness
• Create and send professional invoices to clients
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate financial records
• Prepare comprehensive monthly financial reports and profit & loss statements
• Handle general bookkeeping tasks and data entry with attention to detail
• Collect and organize financial data to support business decision-making
• Provide regular updates and communicate effectively with management team

 

Requirements:

• Xero certification or extensive hands-on experience with Xero accounting software
• Proven experience with payroll processing, particularly weekly payroll cycles
• Strong foundation in bookkeeping principles and Australian accounting standards
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate financial records
• Bonus if you have experience working with transport or logistics companies
• It helps if you’re comfortable working independently while maintaining regular communication
• Minimum availability of 20 hours per week with consistent weekly schedule

 

Why Join This Team?:

• Work remotely with flexible scheduling that fits your lifestyle
• Make a real impact by taking ownership of critical financial processes
• Join a growing company that values quality work and fair compensation
• Build long-term relationships with appreciative business owners
• Opportunity to streamline and improve existing financial systems
• Stable, ongoing work with potential for expanded responsibilities

 

Benefits
Independent Contractor Perks:

• Permanent Work from Home
• Immediate Hiring
• Steady Freelance Job

 

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.


Job ID: 40487804460