Bookkeeper

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. Own the end-to-end bookkeeping function for a growing Australian commercial construction business .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timePasig City • PhilippinesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end bookkeeping, including accounts payable and receivable management, payroll processing, and financial reconciliation using Xero. Proficient in managing Australian payroll requirements and ensuring compliance with GST and PAYG regulations.

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End-To-End BookkeepingXero ProficiencyAustralian Payroll ManagementAccounts Payable ExperienceJob Costing Expertise

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Hard Skills

BookkeepingPayroll ProcessingFinancial ReconciliationSupplier Invoice ProcessingJob CostingCost-Plus-Margin InvoicingAccounts Receivable ManagementMonth-End Close ProcessesGST CompliancePAYG Withholding Management

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsProfessional CommunicationIndependenceOwnership

Tools & Technologies

XeroDextOnline Banking

Certifications & Qualifications

Xero Certification

Industry Keywords

Australian ConstructionCommercial ConstructionSupplier Statement ReconciliationSingle Touch PayrollSuperannuation Processing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own the end-to-end bookkeeping function for a growing Australian commercial construction business
Manage approximately 351–400 bank transactions, 126–150 supplier invoices, 126–150 job-costing entries, 11–20 customer invoices, and 7 weekly-paid employees each month
Code and reconcile bank transactions in Xero weekly and complete full monthly reconciliations
Maintain accounts receivable and accounts payable records
Review, code, and publish supplier invoices from Dext into Xero
Load supplier invoices into the accounts payable ledger and reconcile them against month-end statements
Follow up suppliers for missing invoices and supporting documentation
Prepare the accounts payable ledger in due-date order for management review
Upload batch payments into online banking for approval when required, without authority to approve or release payments
Raise customer invoices from the construction management system based on approved project costs and margins
Monitor aged receivables and issue customer payment reminders
Code supplier invoices to correct jobs and cost codes, allocate labour and superannuation costs, and maintain project financial information
Compare estimated project costs with actual costs and flag over-budget projects
Reconcile balance sheet accounts monthly and resolve discrepancies before month-end close
Prepare accurate, reconciled monthly financial records for external accountants
Process weekly payroll and employee expense reimbursements through Xero
Issue payslips and maintain payroll records
Monitor PAYG withholding and superannuation liabilities and report them to management
Maintain accurate annual and personal leave accruals
Lodge Single Touch Payroll reporting with each pay run
Complete annual payroll reconciliations and Single Touch Payroll finalisation for management review by 14 July
Process employee superannuation contributions within 7 business days of each pay run
Respond to finance enquiries and provide ad hoc bookkeeping and finance support

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Bookkeeping, Business Administration, or a related discipline
3 or more years of end-to-end bookkeeping experience using Xero for Australian businesses, including month-end close processes
Experience managing Australian payroll in Xero, including weekly pay runs, leave accruals, Single Touch Payroll reporting, annual finalisation, and superannuation processing
Strong accounts payable experience, including supplier invoice processing and supplier statement reconciliations
Working understanding of Australian GST and PAYG withholding requirements
Exceptional attention to detail and a structured, organised, and consistent approach to bookkeeping
Excellent written English skills with the ability to communicate professionally with suppliers, accountants, and stakeholders
Ability to work independently and take ownership of the bookkeeping function
Xero Certification would be highly regarded
Experience in construction or trades bookkeeping, including job costing and cost-plus-margin invoicing, would be highly regarded
Experience using Dext would be highly regarded
Experience working alongside an external accounting firm would be highly regarded

Benefits

Comp & perks

HMO, dental, and life insurance for you and one free dependent from day one, with the option to add more
Uncapped placement incentives
Ongoing training and upskilling opportunities
Paid leaves including birthday, vacation, medical, and maternity, with up to 6 vacation days convertible to cash on your anniversary
Employee engagement activities such as year-end party, family day, team building, and more