Bookkeeper

Trinity Workforce Solutions, Inc.; Pasig; On-site; PHP 446,400 - 669,600; Full time

Job summary

A leading Australian accounting support firm is seeking a Senior Bookkeeper to provide financial support to small business clients. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, proficiency in Xero software, and knowledge of Australian Payroll regulations. The successful candidate will manage bank transactions, payroll processes, and assist with financial reporting, ensuring compliance and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years accounting or bookkeeping experience.
• Hands-on experience in processing accounts payable and receivable.
• Experience with Australian tax is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide finance support to small business clients.
• Process payroll and maintain employee records.
• Assist with financial closing processes and ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Accounting or bookkeeping experience

Xero software proficiency

Australian Payroll experience

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Xero

AU Payroll Applications

Job description

The Senior Bookkeeper will provide finance support to small business clients of an Australian accounting firm. The role requires a solid background in accounting and will be responsible for processing of bank transactions, recording of supplier bills, bank reconciliations, processing payroll and generating financial reports.

Bank transactions

• Issuing monthly debit card reconciliation to House Managers, reconcile debit card statements monthly, identifying discrepancies and following up on any outstanding items
• Record bank transactions using Xero software, including accurate GL coding of receipts and payments

Supplier Payments and Expenses

• Enter supplier invoices into Xero, accurately coding expenses.
• Collate supplier invoices
• Ensure all supplier bills are recorded correctly and ready for payment.
• Record bank payment transactions, coding to appropriate accounts.

Payroll

• Process payroll using AU Payroll Applications, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies and regulations.
• Maintain Employee records – verify and approve certifications.
• Review submitted timesheets and ensured correctly recorded in payroll.
• Run payroll and disburse salaries and deduction.
• Prepare month end payroll reports
• Prepare annual payroll reporting

Financial Statements

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial closing processes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with ad-hoc accounting projects and tasks as assigned.
• Preparation of general ledger reconciliations, balance sheet schedules and income and expense analysis
• Assists in preparation of BAS, tax returns and other statutory reports

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years accounting or bookkeeping experience or extensive experience in either: accounts payable, accounts receivable or payroll
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in processing of accounts payable and receivable.
• Working knowledge of online banking and experience in month end reconciliations.
• Experience with Australian tax is preferred.
• Must have experience with Australian Payroll
• Must have knowledge and experience in working with XERO. Xero certified is advantageous.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Outlook, Excel) & Reporting (VLOOKUP etc.)
• Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
• Outstanding organizational and planning skills with ability to multitask effectively, manage timelines and meet deadlines
• Has strong attention to details
• Has the ability to seek advice and accept feedback.
• Has an inquisitive mind, ability to solve problems and suggest appropriate solutions
• Sound business acumen, highly numerate, with excellent planning & analytical capabilities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (be able to interact directly with clients)