Bookkeeper

Premier Outsource Partners, Inc.; Mabalacat; On-site; PHP 279,000 - 446,000; Full time

Job summary

Premier Outsource Partners, Inc. is seeking an experienced Bookkeeper to support an Australian bookkeeping practice. The role covers day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting for multiple clients, with focus on accuracy and timelines.

You will handle payroll including PAYG, superannuation, STP, prepare BAS/IAS, assist with monthly management reports and cash flow forecasts, and liaise with clients to gather required documentation.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of Australian bookkeeping experience.
• Strong knowledge of GST, BAS, IAS and payroll.
• Proficient with Xero, MYOB AccountRight, and QuickBooks Online.

Responsibilities

• Maintain financial records across multiple client accounts.
• Process AP/AR and bank reconciliations.
• Run weekly/fortnightly/monthly payroll (STP, PAYG, super).
• Prepare BAS/IAS and payroll tax returns for review.
• Prepare monthly financial and management reports.

Skills

Australian bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Bank reconciliations

Xero

MYOB AccountRight

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

English communication

Tools

Xero

MYOB AccountRight

QuickBooks Online

Microsoft Excel

Power BI

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Bookkeeper to support an Australian bookkeeping practice in managing day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting for multiple clients.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing payroll, preparing BAS/IAS and payroll tax returns for review, and assisting with monthly management reports and cash flow forecasts.

This role requires strong knowledge of Australian bookkeeping and payroll practices, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple client accounts while meeting deadlines. The successful candidate will work directly with the business owner and receive training on internal procedures and client-specific requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and supporting documentation across multiple client accounts.
• Process accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations, including allocating transactions, bank fees, and charges.
• Process weekly, fortnightly, and monthly payrolls, including PAYG withholding, superannuation, and Single Touch Payroll (STP).
• Prepare creditor payments and ABA files for upload to online banking, subject to approval.
• Assist in preparing and monitoring client cash flow forecasts.
• Prepare monthly financial and management reports.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), and monthly payroll tax returns for review.
• Follow up with clients regarding outstanding receipts, documentation, and transaction details.
• Identify discrepancies, unusual transactions, and potential errors, and escalates them promptly.
• Respond to routine client queries and provide updates on outstanding matters.
• Ensure all assigned tasks are completed accurately and within agreed deadlines while following established procedures.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably with Australian clients.
• Strong knowledge of Australian bookkeeping, GST, BAS, IAS, and payroll processes.
• Hands-on experience with Australian payroll, including PAYG, superannuation, and STP.
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB AccountRight, QuickBooks Online, and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience in bank reconciliations, accounts payable/receivable, and financial reporting.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent English communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Knowledge of cash flow forecasting, payroll tax, Power Query, and Power BI is an advantage.