Senior Bookkeeper ( AU Legal Firm Exp)

About this role

Position: CPA Bookkeeper
Salary: PHP 75,000 to PHP 85,000 per month (depending on skills and experience)
Working Hours & Conditions: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM AEST

ROLE OVERVIEW
We are looking for an experienced CPA Bookkeeper to join the team in a remote support capacity. This role is suited to a qualified, detail-driven bookkeeping professional who can manage the firm’s day-to-day financial operations independently, including law firm trust accounting, general ledger maintenance, and reporting. You will work closely with Katherine and the wider team to ensure the practice’s finances are accurate, compliant, and audit-ready at all times.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage full-cycle bookkeeping for the firm, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger entries
Perform bank and trust account reconciliations on a regular basis
Maintain compliant law firm trust accounting records in line with NSW legal trust account regulations
Process billing, disbursements, and client invoicing accurately and on time
Maintain accurate financial records in Xero
Support preparation of BAS, payroll, and other statutory obligations
Prepare monthly financial reports for internal review
Liaise with the supervising solicitor and external accountant when clarification is needed
Maintain clean, organised, and audit-ready financial records at all times
Proactively flag discrepancies, delays, or compliance risks without waiting to be chased

Requirements
REQUIRED:
Proficiency in Xero is required
Minimum 3–5 years of hands-on bookkeeping experience, preferably within a professional services or legal environment, CPA preferred
Experience with law firm trust accounting is highly valued
Advanced Excel and/or Google Sheets skills
Strong working knowledge of Australian GST, BAS, and general compliance requirements
High level of attention to detail and commitment to accuracy in financial records
Ability to manage multiple responsibilities independently, with minimal supervision
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills

PREFERRED SKILLS (nice to have)
Prior experience working within an Australian law firm or professional services firm
Familiarity with legal practice management software (e.g., Smokeball)
Exposure to payroll processing under Australian payroll regulations
Experience working in a remote or offshore support capacity for an Australian firm