Senior AU Bookkeeper - Remote Xero Expert

Penbrothers International; Makati; Remote; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Xero Advisor Certification

FYI Docs / XPM experience

Fuel Tax Credits familiarity

Multi-entity exposure

Job summary

Penbrothers International is seeking a Senior Australian Bookkeeper to join our remote team in the Philippines, collaborating with Australian clients from an Australian public accounting background.

You will independently manage end-to-end bookkeeping in Xero, handle GST/BAS, and deliver accurate financial records while exercising commercial judgment and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years Australian bookkeeping experience in an Australian public accounting practice.
• Expert proficiency in Xero and end-to-end bookkeeping.
• Strong understanding of Australian GST/BAS/IAS, Fuel Tax Credits and related tax considerations.
• Commercial and analytical judgment in assessing expenses and deductions.
• Hands-on with Hubdoc and Excel; familiarity with XPM is a plus.
• Excellent English communication and ability to manage multiple client accounts independently.

Responsibilities

• End-to-End Bookkeeping: manage bookkeeping cycle for Australian SME clients in Xero.
• GST and Tax Compliance: apply GST treatments, deductions, Fuel Tax Credits, and industry-specific considerations.
• Reconciliations and Reporting: perform reconciliations and prepare BAS/IAS workpapers.
• Commercial Review: identify anomalies and monitor changes in client revenue/spending patterns.
• Client File Management: own client files and maintain up-to-date ledgers.
• Payroll Processing: manage payroll including STP reporting and superannuation.
• Team Collaboration: coordinate with the team lead and client communication.
• Workflow Management: prioritize accounts and meet weekly productivity targets.

Skills

Australian bookkeeping

Xero proficiency

Tax & GST knowledge

Analytical judgment

Hubdoc & Excel

Xero Practice Manager

Australian industry knowledge

Strong communication

Tools

Xero Practice Manager

FYI Docs

Hubdoc

Excel

Job description

Penbrothers International is seeking a Senior Australian Bookkeeper to join our remote team in the Philippines, collaborating with Australian clients from an Australian public accounting background.

You will independently manage end-to-end bookkeeping in Xero, handle GST/BAS, and deliver accurate financial records while exercising commercial judgment and maintaining strong client relationships.