AU Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant

About this role

AU Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant -Remote
Location: Remote / Work From Home
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Australian Accounting & Professional Services
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Australian Bookkeeper / Assistant Accountant to join our growing team. This role combines end-to-end bookkeeping with assistant accounting responsibilities, making it ideal for someone who enjoys both transactional accounting and financial reporting.
You will work closely with Australian businesses and accountants, supporting day-to-day bookkeeping, month-end processes, compliance, and financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping

• Manage end-to-end bookkeeping for Australian clients.

• Process Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations.

• Process payroll, superannuation, leave entitlements, and STP.

• Maintain the general ledger and prepare journal entries.

• Prepare BAS and IAS working papers and assist with lodgements.

• Manage supplier payments and customer invoicing.

• Maintain accurate accounting records and supporting documentation.

Assistant Accounting

• Assist with month-end and year-end close.

• Prepare management reports and financial reports.

• Prepare balance sheet reconciliations.

• Process accruals, prepayments, and depreciation journals.

• Support budgeting and cash flow reporting.

• Assist in preparing workpapers for tax returns and financial statements.

• Support senior accountants with ATO compliance requirements.

• Identify and recommend process improvements.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of Australian bookkeeping and/or accounting experience.

• Experience supporting Australian accounting firms or businesses.

• Strong understanding of Australian accounting standards and ATO requirements.

• Proven experience with:

• BAS & IAS

• GST

• Payroll

• Superannuation

• STP

• Bank Reconciliations

• Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Journal Entries

• Month-End Close

• General Ledger

• Financial Reporting

• Advanced proficiency in Xero (required).

• Experience with MYOB, QuickBooks Online, NetSuite, or SAP is advantageous.

• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong written and verbal English communication.

• Ability to manage multiple clients independently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Xero Certified Advisor.

• Experience working in an Australian public practice or outsourced accounting firm.

• Experience reviewing junior bookkeepers' work.

Ideal Offshore Candidate (Mandatory)
The ideal candidate will possess:

• Proven experience with BAS, IAS, GST, Payroll and Superannuation

• Advanced proficiency in Xero

• Strong understanding of Australian financial reporting requirements

• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Highly Desirable

• Australian Public Practice experience

• MYOB experience

• QuickBooks experience

• ASIC compliance experience

• Payroll Tax experience

• FBT knowledge

• Division 7A knowledge

• Multi-entity accounting experience

• Construction, Property, Professional Services, or SME experience

What Success Looks Like

• Accurate and timely financial reporting

• Full compliance with Australian taxation requirements

• Efficient AP and AR management

• Well-maintained accounting records

• Proactive identification of financial issues and opportunities

• Trusted support for Australian business owners and management teams

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