Job Overview

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented Bookkeeper with strong Xero experience and a solid understanding of Australian accounting practices to join their growing business. In this role, you will take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping, improve financial accuracy, and help streamline overall accounting processes.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, Flexible hours AEST (20 work hours per week)

Responsibilities

• Review and clean up the existing Xero chart of accounts, ensuring transactions are accurately categorized and free from duplicates.
• Perform regular bank and account reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.
• Manage invoicing processes, including progress payments, converting quotes to invoices, and tracking outstanding balances.
• Set up, maintain, and optimize project tracking and budgeting features within Xero across multiple active projects.
• Prepare and organize financial data for BAS lodgements and tax return preparation, collaborating with external accountants during tax periods.
• Monitor financial records and proactively identify, investigate, and resolve discrepancies in income, expenses, and liabilities.
• Support ongoing bookkeeping and administrative accounting functions to help reduce the administrative workload of the business owner.

Requirements

• Proven experience using Xero for Australian businesses.
• Strong understanding of Australian tax requirements, BAS, and bookkeeping compliance.
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Self-motivated and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent work from home
• Immediate hiring

Note

Please click the "Apply" button to complete your application, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Your hourly pay rate will be established based on your performance in the application process; submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.