Senior Bookkeeping Assistant

VBP Back Office Solutions Inc.; Cebu City; On-site; PHP 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HMO coverage + Dental & Optical

Two-week Christmas vacation

Electricity & Data subsidies

Educational assistance 25K

Training and equipment provided

Fixed schedule Mon-Fri 7 AM to 4 PM

Job summary

VBP Back Office Solutions Inc. in Cebu City seeks an experienced Senior Bookkeeper to lead daily bookkeeping and payroll tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance with Australian standards.

The role supports the organization through strong technical bookkeeping capability, payroll process expertise, and clear stakeholder communication. Key duties include end-to-end bookkeeping, payroll management, month-end close, and accurate reporting for internal teams and clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of bookkeeping and payroll experience.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end bookkeeping and payroll processes.
• Working knowledge of Australian accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and basic compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform end-to-end bookkeeping: AP/AR, bank reconciliations, JEs, GL maintenance.
• Process payroll accurately and on schedule per Australian regulations.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.
• Prepare routine financial, payroll, and reconciliation reports for stakeholders.
• Guide and support junior team members on bookkeeping and payroll processes.

Skills

End-to-end bookkeeping

Payroll processing

Bank reconciliations

Accounts payable/receivable

General ledger maintenance

Attention to detail

Stakeholder communication

Australian payroll compliance

Job description

Overview of the role

The Senior Bookkeeper is responsible for performing and overseeing day-to-day bookkeeping and payroll functions while ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of financial outputs. This role supports the organization through strong technical bookkeeping capability, payroll process expertise, quality-focused work practices, and effective stakeholder communication.

Main duties include:
Bookkeeping Operations

• Perform end-to-end bookkeeping functions including accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.

• Ensure bookkeeping transactions are processed accurately and within required timelines.

• Maintain organized and accurate financial records in accordance with company procedures and Australian bookkeeping standards.

• Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities.

Payroll Management

• Process payroll accurately and on schedule in compliance with Australian payroll regulations and company policies.

• Maintain and reconcile payroll records, employee leave balances, superannuation, and related payroll documentation.

• Assist in ensuring compliance with payroll legislation, taxation, and reporting obligations.

• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies and employee payroll queries in a timely manner.

• Coordinate payroll-related reporting and support audit or compliance requirements where necessary.

Quality Control & Compliance

• Conduct preliminary reviews and self-quality checks to ensure accuracy and completeness of bookkeeping and payroll outputs.

• Support compliance with Australian accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll standards and regulations.

• Maintain confidentiality and integrity of financial and payroll information.

Reporting & Financial Support

• Prepare routine financial, payroll, and reconciliation reports for internal stakeholders and clients.

• Assist in compiling supporting schedules and documentation for reporting requirements.

• Ensure timely submission of required reports and financial information.

• Provide accurate financial data to support operational decision-making.

Team Support & Collaboration

• Provide guidance and support to junior team members on bookkeeping and payroll processes.

• Assist in onboarding and training activities for new employees where required.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure smooth workflow coordination and issue resolution.

• Contribute to a positive and collaborative team environment.

Process Improvement

• Participate in initiatives aimed at improving bookkeeping and payroll workflows and operational efficiency.

• Identify opportunities for process enhancement, standardization, and improved accuracy.

• Support implementation of updated procedures and best practices.

• Minimum of three years of bookkeeping and payroll experience.

• Strong understanding of end-to-end bookkeeping functions and payroll processes.

• Working knowledge of Australian accounting, bookkeeping, payroll, and basic compliance requirements.

• Experience in payroll processing, reconciliations, and reporting.

• Demonstrated ability to manage responsibilities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong bookkeeping and payroll administration skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Good understanding of Australian payroll compliance requirements
• Strong organizational and time management abilities
• Effective communication and stakeholder coordination skills
• Analytical and problem-solving capability
• Ability to manage confidential financial and payroll information
• Team-oriented with a proactive and supportive approach
• Proficiency in bookkeeping, payroll, and accounting software platforms

• 500K per incident HMO coverage + Dental & Optical benefits
• 2-week paid Christmas vacation
• Electricity & Data subsidies
• 25K Educational Assistance
• Training and equipment will be provided
• Fixed Schedule of Mon-Fri from 7 AM to 4 PM
• Additional details will be discussed during the Job Offer stage.