Bookkeeper / CPA (US or AU Accounting)

Bamboo Works; Bogotá; Remote; COP 109,615,000 - 263,076,000; Full time

Job summary

Bamboo Works is building a talent pool of bookkeeping and accounting professionals to support US and AU accounting firms. This remote, contractor-based opportunity offers flexible part-time or full-time engagement and USD rates, with placements rolling ASAP.

As a member of the pool, you’ll work directly with overseas practices, manage multi-client ledgers in QBO/Xero, handle invoicing and payments, and assist with tax compliance across US GAAP or AU BAS standards.

Qualifications

• Proven track record with US or AU clients.
• Experience as Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist, or CPA.
• Advanced proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or Xero.

Responsibilities

• Integrate into offshore accounting teams to provide capacity and support.
• Manage day-to-day books across client accounts in QBO/Xero and maintain ledgers.
• Generate invoices, track payments, manage retainer billing, and vendor payments.
• Process international transactions with multi-currency platforms.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements.
• Assist with tax filing prep aligned to US GAAP or Australian BAS.

Skills

English proficiency

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Tools

QuickBooks Online

Xero

Airwallex

Wise

Stripe

Job description

We are building a select talent pool of highly qualified Bookkeepers, CPAs, and Accounting Specialists to match with growing international accounting and finance firms. In this role, you will work directly with overseas accounting practices to expand their in-house capacity and support their existing client portfolios.

NOTE: THIS IS AN APPLICATION FOR OUR TALENT POOL.

We are actively building a pipeline of qualified accounting professionals. By applying, your profile will be vetted and pre-qualified so we can rapidly match you with incoming US or AU accounting firms.

Type: Flexible (Part-Time and Full-Time opportunities available)

Schedule: US or AEST business hours

Location: Fully Remote

Engagement: Independent Contractor

Rate: Competitive USD hourly/monthly rates (scaled to experience and commitment)

Start Date: ASAP / Rolling Placement

What You'll Be Doing:

• Integrate directly into offshore accounting and finance teams to provide dedicated capacity and operational support
• Manage day-to-day books across multiple client accounts using platforms like QuickBooks Online or Xero, categorizing expenses, clearing backlogs, and maintaining up-to-date general ledgers
• Generate and issue invoices, track incoming payments, manage retainer billing, handle vendor bill payments, and issue reminders on behalf of firm clients
• Process international transactions and manage funds using multi-currency payment platforms (e.g., Airwallex, Wise, Stripe)
• Prepare clean monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial statements (Profit & Loss, Balance Sheets, Cash Flow reports) across various client entities
• Assist firm teams with tax filing prep and compliance alignment specific to US (IRS/GAAP) or Australian (ATO/BAS) standards

Who You Are:

• Proven track record working with foreign accounts—specifically US or Australian (AU) clients
• Background as a Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist, or Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
• Advanced hands-on proficiency with QuickBooks Online and/or Xero
• Practical experience handling multi-currency platforms (Airwallex, Wise) and international bank transfers
• Flawless written and spoken English skills, meticulous attention to detail, and comfort managing remote workflows independently

Nice-to-Haves

• Familiarity with US GAAP/IRS guidelines or Australian BAS/GST tax regulations
• Experience in specialized niches like e-commerce, creative industries, SaaS, or professional services
• Proficiency with remote collaboration tools (Slack, Google Workspace, Asana)

Recruitment Process:

• Initial Interview (HR/Recruiter)
• Test Assignment
• Final Interview (Client)