Bookkeeper / Finance & Systems Administrator (00319) at Hunt St

Manila, Metro Manila, Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Jul, 26

Salary

2300.0

Posted On

16 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Xero, Bookkeeping, Financial Management, Payroll Processing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Cash Flow Forecasting, Profit & Loss Statements, Balance Sheets, Variance Analysis, Bank Reconciliations, Excel, Compliance, Invoicing, Superannuation, ATO Reporting

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Looking for Philippines-based candidates Job Role: Bookkeeper / Finance & Systems Administrator (00319) Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time. Compensation range: up to 2,300 AUD / Month (Depends on the client assessment) Contract Type: Independent Contractor Agreement; Full-Time; Remote 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: The client is a long-standing coatings and fire protection service provider with over 40 years of experience. Originally a small sandblasting business, it grew under second-generation leadership, expanded its services, and later branched out into passive fire protection. Today, it offers specialized industrial coatings and a dedicated fire protection arm that delivers complete fireproofing solutions nationwide. Role Overview: We're seeking a highly organised Bookkeeper / Finance & Systems Administrator with expert Xero skills and strong experience in financial and admin systems. You'll manage day-to-day finance tasks - from invoicing and payroll to compliance and forecasting - using tools like Xero, Monday.com, Jibble, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint. Key Responsibilities: Financial Management & Bookkeeping End-to-end management of Xero (10/10 proficiency essential) Manage accounts payable and receivable Maintain accurate cash flow forecasting and reconcile against bank statements Prepare and update Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, and variance reports Create and send invoices, process bills, and manage asset purchases Work through supplier statements, lodge remittances, and process intercompany loan reconciliations Price daybooks from job data and maintain client pricelists Follow up on late payments and send monthly client statements Work closely with the external accountant and business managers Provide real-time, accurate financial visibility to the business Payroll & Compliance Track and process timesheets and leave requests Process payroll in Xero, send payslips, and respond to staff queries File payroll with the ATO and lodge superannuation, Incolink, and LeavePlus payments Add new employees and update award rates and site allowances Complete annual reconciliations for Workcover and SRO Education & Experience Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field Minimum 3–5 years of experience in bookkeeping, financial management, or accounting roles Proven experience using Xero (advanced proficiency required) Technical Skills Strong knowledge of accounts payable/receivable processes, cash flow management, and bank reconciliations Skilled in preparing Profit & Loss statements, balance sheets, and variance analysis reports Proficient in payroll processing, superannuation lodgement, and compliance with ATO and Workcover requirements Ability to manage invoicing, bills, asset purchases, and intercompany loan reconciliations Advanced Excel skills for reporting, data analysis, and forecasting 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

The role involves managing end-to-end bookkeeping, financial reporting, and payroll compliance using Xero. You will also handle accounts payable and receivable, cash flow forecasting, and provide financial visibility to business managers.