We are looking for an experienced General Accountant to support an Australian construction client with day-to-day accounting, reporting, reconciliations, financial administration, and ERP-based accounting processes.
Full Job Description
We are looking for an experienced General Accountant with strong accounting knowledge, preferably with Australian accounting and construction industry experience.
Position
General Accountant
Client
Australian Construction Client
Work Setup
100% Work From Home
Equipment
Company-provided equipment
Shift
- 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM Philippine Time during Australian Daylight Saving Time (DST)
- 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Philippine Time outside DST
Work Schedule
5 days per week
Salary
PHP 80,000 per month
Start Date
Immediate
Key Responsibilities
- Handle general accounting and bookkeeping activities
- Prepare and maintain accurate financial records
- Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
- Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Prepare journal entries and general ledger reconciliations
- Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
- Prepare financial and management reports
- Monitor project-related costs, expenses, accruals, and account balances
- Assist with payroll-related accounting entries and reconciliations
- Assist with BAS, GST, and other Australian accounting requirements
- Maintain accurate records within the company's Construction ERP system
- Support job costing, project accounting, and cost allocation where required
- Maintain organised accounting files and supporting documentation
- Coordinate with the Australian client regarding financial queries and requirements
- Provide regular accounting updates and reports
Accounting Systems & Platforms
- Construction ERP systems
- Xero
- MYOB
- QuickBooks
- Microsoft Excel
- Other cloud-based accounting and project management platforms
Qualifications
- Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or have strong professional accounting experience
- Previous Australian accounting experience is highly preferred
- Previous experience in the construction industry is highly preferred
- Experience using a Construction ERP system is highly desirable
- Experience with job costing, project accounting, cost allocation, and construction-related financial reporting is an advantage
- Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting
- Experience with Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, and/or similar accounting software
- Experience in bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
- Familiarity with Australian GST, BAS, and payroll accounting is an advantage
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills
- Excellent English communication skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to work independently and manage deadlines
- Organised, reliable, and comfortable handling confidential financial information
- Must have a stable internet connection
- Must be willing to work Philippine and Australian holidays when required
- Must be available to start immediately