Offer summary

Qualifications:

2-3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably in an Australian business environment., Strong working knowledge of Xero and experience with payment gateways like EasyDebit and Stripe., Solid understanding of Australian GST, BAS, and accounting compliance., Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and excellent time management abilities..

Key responsibilities:

Manage accounts payable, including invoice receipt, coding, and submission for processing.

Perform bank reconciliations and ensure accurate coding of transactions in Xero.

Prepare and submit Business Activity Statements (BAS) and ensure compliance with GST regulations.

Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting and resolve discrepancies.

Job description

This is a remote position.

Job Highlights:

Contract type: Independent Contractor
Working Hours: Monday to Fridays, 8 hrs per day (40 Hrs per week)

Position Summary:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and experienced Bookkeeper to join our finance team. This role is critical in ensuring our financial transactions are processed accurately and in compliance with Australian accounting standards, including GST and BAS requirements. The ideal candidate will be confident working with Xero, and reconciling payments from platforms such as EasyDebit and Stripe.

This is a remote role with flexible working hours, ideally scheduled within client business hours of 9 AM to 5 PM Sydney time.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage accounts payable, including invoice receipt, coding, and submission to the relevant inbox for processing.
Perform bank reconciliations and ensure all transactions are accurately coded in Xero.
Reconcile batch payments from clients via payment gateways such as EasyDebit, Stripe, and Square.
Monitor accounts receivable and payable, ensuring timely processing of payments.
Post month-end general journals (e.g., accruals, prepayments, stock adjustments) as required by the Finance Manager.
Maintain the fixed asset register in Xero.
Prepare and submit Business Activity Statements (BAS) and ensure compliance with GST regulations.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support accurate financial reporting.
Identify and resolve discrepancies in financial records and systems.
Assist with payroll and superannuation contributions, if required.

Requirements

2–3 years of bookkeeping experience, preferably within an Australian business environment.
Strong working knowledge of Xero.
Experience reconciling transactions from EasyDebit, Stripe, or similar payment gateways.
Solid understanding of Australian GST, BAS, and accounting compliance.
Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
Excellent time management and organizational abilities.
Clear and professional communication skills (written and verbal).

Desirable Qualifications:

Certificate IV in Bookkeeping or Accounting (or equivalent).
Experience working in fast-paced or tech-enabled businesses.
Familiarity with tools such as Dext, Hubdoc, or Weel.

Benefits

Independent Contractor Perks:

HMO Coverage for eligible locations
Permanent Work from Home
Immediate Hiring
Steady Freelance Job

Please note that since this is a permanent work-from-home position and an “Independent Contractor” arrangement, the candidates must have their own computer and internet connection. They will handle their own benefits and taxes. The professional fees are on hourly rates and the rate depends on your performance in the application process.

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