Xero Accounting Assistant
Schedule:
- 20 hours per week, flexible between Monday to Friday, 9 am-6 pm | Melbourne (AEST)
Client Overview: A specialized family office consultancy with 15 professionals serving prestigious family enterprises across Australia. They focus on succession planning and family dynamics, working with high-net-worth family groups on complex strategic initiatives. The firm handles substantial client engagements with consistent monthly revenue streams.
Job Overview: You’ll take full ownership of the finance administration function for a growing boutique consultancy that works with Australia’s most prominent family enterprises. This is your chance to streamline financial operations while working directly with the co-founder in a trusted, autonomous role. You’ll manage the complete invoice-to-payment cycle for high-value client engagements, ensuring seamless financial workflows that support the firm’s continued growth.
Responsibilities:
- Own the complete finance administration workflow from invoice creation to payment collection
- Prepare and issue client invoices through Xero (10-12 monthly invoices averaging $10,000 AUD each)
- Manage professional email communications with high-net-worth clients regarding billing matters
- Follow up on outstanding invoices with diplomatic, professional correspondence
- Coordinate payment processing and prepare documentation for management approval
- Monitor and manage finance-related email communications on a weekly basis
- Maintain accurate financial records and documentation within the Xero system
- Ensure timely month-end financial administration processes
Requirements:
- Proven hands-on experience with Xero accounting software (essential)
- Strong written communication skills for professional client correspondence
- Background in bookkeeping, accounting administration, or finance operations
- Comfortable managing email-based client follow-ups with high-value accounts
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of financial workflows
- Attention to detail for invoice preparation and financial documentation
- Bonus if you have experience with family office or professional services environments
- It helps if you’re familiar with Australian business practices and communication styles
Independent Contractor Perks
- Permanent work from home
- Immediate hiring
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Xero Accounting Assistant
Job Category
Accounting and Finance
Job Type
Part Time (20 - 34 Hours per week)
Work Schedule and Timezone
Melbourne Australia
Published on
Dec 12 2025