AU Accountant/Bookkeeper - Day Shift (026-983) at Hunt St

, , Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Xero, Advanced Excel, Bookkeeping, Payroll Processing, Financial Reporting, BAS Preparation, Month-end Reporting, Financial Modelling, Account Reconciliation, English Communication, Dext, Asana

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home. Who The Client Is: Our client is a progressive accounting and business advisory firm providing tailored solutions to businesses of all sizes. Specialising in taxation, financial reporting, bookkeeping, cloud accounting, and business advisory services, the firm delivers practical financial guidance through a transparent fixed-fee model. Their focus is on helping clients improve financial performance, maintain compliance, and make informed business decisions. Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced Accountant to join a growing Australian accounting and advisory firm supporting a diverse portfolio of clients. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who enjoys a combination of accounting, reporting, bookkeeping, and client-focused finance work. You will work closely with senior accountants and business advisors, taking ownership of day-to-day accounting responsibilities while contributing to financial reporting and analysis. The firm operates in a remote-first environment and offers flexibility, autonomy, and long-term career opportunities. Key Responsibilities: Manage client bill payments and accounts administration. Process payroll accurately and on time. Perform Xero reconciliations across multiple client accounts. Assist with month-end reporting and management accounting. Assist with financial modelling in Excel, management reports, and spreadsheet-based analysis. Support bookkeeping, BAS preparation, and general accounting functions. Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with reporting requirements. Collaborate with team members to meet client deadlines and deliverables. Required Skills and Qualifications: CPA qualified or currently working towards CPA qualification (preferred but not essential). Minimum of 3 years' experience supporting Australian accounting clients. Strong hands-on experience with Xero. Solid understanding of bookkeeping, payroll, reconciliations, and month-end reporting processes. Advanced Excel skills, including financial reporting and spreadsheet modelling. Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple client priorities. Nice-to-Have Skills Experience working within an outsourced accounting or bookkeeping firm. Exposure to management accounting and financial analysis. Experience preparing BAS and supporting Australian compliance requirements. Familiarity with receipt reading software, such as Dext Familiarity with workflow management tools, such as Asana. What Success Looks Like Accurate and timely completion of accounting, bookkeeping, and payroll tasks. Reliable month-end reporting and reconciliation processes. High-quality financial analysis and reporting. Strong client service and effective communication with stakeholders. Consistent delivery of work within deadlines while maintaining a high standard of accuracy. Work Arrangement & Expectations: This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement. To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to: Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day accounting tasks including payroll, Xero reconciliations, and bill payments for a diverse portfolio of Australian clients. Support senior advisors with month-end reporting, financial modelling, and general compliance functions.