Job description
We are seeking a detail-focused Bookkeeper (Xero) to support an Australian client from Manila. In this full-time, remote position, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping using Xero, maintain the general ledger, reconcile bank statements, and contribute to accurate monthly close processes. You will collaborate with the client’s finance team to ensure timely financial reporting and compliance with local and international standards. This role offers competitive compensation (PHP 30,000 – PHP 40,000 per month) and the flexibility of working from home.
Ideal candidates will bring hands-on experience with Xero, strong data entry skills, and a proactive attitude. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment, delivering high-quality work with minimal supervision. Excellent written and spoken English is essential to coordinate with an Australian client and team.
As a key member of the finance operations, you will gain exposure to cross-border accounting processes, data integrity initiatives, and the chance to grow within a distributed team. This position is well-suited for motivated professionals who value work-life balance, a supportive remote culture, and opportunities to enhance their accounting career while making a tangible impact for an international client.
Responsibility
- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping for an Australian client using Xero
- Reconcile bank statements and review accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Prepare and assist with monthly financial close and reporting
- Maintain accurate general ledger and chart of accounts
- Process vendor invoices, check runs, and expense claims
- Support payroll processes and statutory compliance as required
- Collaborate with the client’s finance team and external accountants
- Identify discrepancies and implement process improvements for data accuracy
Qualification
- Proven experience as a bookkeeper, preferably using Xero
- Strong understanding of double-entry accounting and reconciliations
- Experience with accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, and financial reporting
- Proficient in data entry, attention to detail, and organization
- Ability to work independently in a remote setting and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal English communication
- Knowledge of Australian bookkeeping standards and tax considerations is a plus