Intermediate AU Bookkeeper

Hammerjack Pty. Ltd. Philippine Branch Office; Philippines; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid options

Health coverage

Meals on Us

Airy remote workspace

Global client exposure

Job summary

Hammerjack Pty. Ltd. Philippine Branch Office seeks an Intermediate AU Bookkeeper to support Australian client portfolios and internal books.

You will maintain accurate records, complete reconciliations, process payroll and superannuation, prepare BAS and IAS, manage accounts payable documentation, and contribute to reporting across multiple clients. You will ensure timeliness and accuracy while working in a fully remote environment, with potential hybrid options in the Philippine market; strong

Qualifications

• Relevant intermediate-level experience as an Australian Bookkeeper, Accounts Officer, or similar accounting support professional.
• Strong practical knowledge of Australian bookkeeping principles, GST requirements, and BAS and IAS preparation.
• Hands-on Xero experience across bank reconciliation, invoicing, bills, payroll, superannuation, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting.

Responsibilities

• Keep the Books Current: daily bank reconciliations and maintain accurate internal financial records.
• Maintain Time Records: manage Harvest records and keep supporting information complete.
• Record Every Transaction: enter sales invoices and supplier bills with clear documentation.
• Run Payroll Reliably: process fortnightly Australian payroll and superannuation accurately and on time.
• Clear the Suspense: prepare weekly Suspense Report and investigate outstanding transactions.
• Stay Ahead of Supplier Invoices: prepare weekly Supplier Invoice Report and ensure invoices are recorded correctly.
• Support Better Reporting: assist with monthly management reports and month-end bookkeeping activities.
• Meet Compliance Deadlines: prepare and support quarterly BAS and IAS reporting.
• Build Complete Workpapers: prepare the annual Xero Workpapers pack and maintain records.

Skills

Australian Bookkeeping

GST knowledge

BAS IAS preparation

Xero

Payroll processing

Reconciliations

Client portfolios

English communication

Tools

Hubdoc

Harvest

Xero Workpapers

Job description

JOB TITLE – INTERMEDIATE AU BOOKKEEPER

Keep every number accurate and every deadline on track. We’re looking for a detail-oriented Australian Bookkeeper who enjoys bringing order to busy books, resolving discrepancies, and helping clients make confident financial decisions. If you’re comfortable balancing multiple priorities and taking ownership of accurate, timely work, you’ll fit right in.

Work Setup: Fully remote

Role Overview

As our Intermediate AU Bookkeeper, you’ll support the client with the day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration of its client portfolio and internal books. You’ll maintain accurate records, complete reconciliations, process payroll and superannuation, prepare BAS and IAS, manage accounts payable documentation, and contribute to management and compliance reporting across multiple clients and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep the Books Current: Perform daily bank reconciliations and maintain accurate internal financial records.
• Maintain Time Records: Manage Harvest records and keep supporting information complete and up to date.
• Record Every Transaction: Enter sales invoices and supplier bills as required, with clear supporting documentation.
• Run Payroll Reliably: Process fortnightly Australian payroll and superannuation accurately and on time.
• Clear the Suspense: Prepare the weekly Suspense Report and investigate and resolve outstanding transactions.
• Stay Ahead of Supplier Invoices: Prepare the weekly Supplier Invoice Report and ensure invoices are recorded correctly.
• Support Better Reporting: Assist with monthly management reports and month-end bookkeeping activities.
• Meet Compliance Deadlines: Prepare and support quarterly BAS and IAS reporting.
• Build Complete Workpapers: Prepare the annual Xero Workpapers pack and maintain complete supporting records.
• Protect the Audit Trail: Keep financial documentation organised and assist with other finance, bookkeeping, and administrative tasks as required.

Skills & Experience

• Relevant intermediate-level experience as an Australian Bookkeeper, Accounts Officer, or similar accounting support professional.
• Strong practical knowledge of Australian bookkeeping principles, GST requirements, and BAS and IAS preparation.
• Hands-on Xero experience across bank reconciliation, invoicing, bills, payroll, superannuation, general ledger transactions, and financial reporting.
• Proven ability to manage accounts payable, supplier invoices, customer invoices, and bookkeeping schedules across multiple clients.
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills, with the confidence to investigate and resolve discrepancies independently.
• High accuracy, attention to detail, organisation, and time-management skills in a fully remote environment.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Experience with Hubdoc, Harvest, Xero Workpapers, management reporting, month-end processes, or an Australian client portfolio will be highly regarded.

What’s in It for You

• Flexibility that Fits: Hybrid options across Makati and Pampanga, on day shifts aligned with our Australian clients.

• Workspaces that Work: Modern offices built for focus, collaboration, and real productivity.

• Coffee and Good Company: Barista coffee on demand and a café bar to unwind after work.

• Meals on Us: Complimentary meals once a week on your on-site day.

• Covered from Day One: Health coverage with free dependent coverage, so you're looked after from the start.

• Compensation You Can See: Transparent salary packages with direct client involvement.

• Room to Grow: Ongoing training and real opportunities to step into bigger roles.

• An Award-Winning Home: Join a team ranked 8th Best Workplace in the Philippines and recognised among Fortune Best Workplaces in Southeast Asia.

• People Who Have Your Back: Work alongside reliable, easy-going people who care about doing great work.

• A Global Stage: Work directly with international clients and see how teams scale worldwide.

About Us

At hammerjack, we connect skilled professionals in the Philippines with growing businesses across Australia and beyond—building teams that work as true extensions of our clients. We're proud to be named among the Fortune 100 Best Workplaces in Southeast Asia and ranked the 8th Best Workplace in the Philippines.

Our Impact

Our people aren't outsourced—they're embedded. With aligned tools, shared goals, and real accountability, they deliver at the same standard and pace as onshore teams while building long-term careers they're proud of, across accounting, tech, admin, and marketing.