Part time: Bookkeeper

Socially Empowered VA; Australia; On-site; AUD 15,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Socially Empowered VA is looking for an experienced, Australia-based freelance bookkeeper to support small Australian businesses on an ongoing contract, averaging 20–30 hours per month. This part-time role has sporadic but recurring scopes and requires clear communication and timely delivery.

Your duties include COA review, AP management, and producing monthly financial statements. Proficiency in Xero, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work independently are essential for success in

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper for Australian businesses.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently.
• Availability for 7–10 hours/week with flexibility for urgent requests.

Responsibilities

• Review and maintain the Chart of Accounts.
• Manage accounts payable.
• Produce monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements.
• Process wages and payroll via Wise.
• Ensure records align with Australian accounting standards and compliance.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning.
• Organise and maintain financial documents using Google Drive, Sheets, and Docs.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Tools

Xero

Job description

We are seeking an experienced, Australia-based freelance bookkeeper to support small Australian businesses on an ongoing contract basis, averaging approximately 20-30 hours per month.

This is a part time role with sporadic but recurring scopes, ideal for someone who can jump in quickly, communicate clearly, and deliver without missing deadlines.

What You’ll Work On

• Review and maintain the Chart of Accounts
• Manage accounts payable
• Produce monthly P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow statements
• Process wages and payroll via Wise
• Ensure records align with Australian accounting standards and compliance
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and scenario planning
• Organise and maintain financial documents using Google Drive, Sheets, and Docs

Requirements

• Proven experience as a bookkeeper for Australian businesses
• Strong working knowledge of Xero
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Reliable, organised, and able to work independently
• Comfortable managing multiple small business accounts
• Availability for 7 to 10 hours/week with flexibility for urgent requests.
• Able to start immediately

Nice to Have

• Experience in regulated industries (medical, healthcare, wellness)
• Basic understanding of product marketing or e commerce design
• Motion graphics or simple animation skills

This is a flexible, ongoing freelance role, ideal for someone seeking consistent monthly work.

Why Work With SEVA?

At SEVA, we value strong personalities, confidence, and proactive team players. We partner with purpose led businesses and create an environment where our VAs feel supported, appreciated, and part of a team that truly cares.

We acknowledge the Kombumerri people, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we work and live, and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and future. This acknowledges the local Aboriginal people and their connection to the land.