Senior Bookkeeper (Work from home)

About TRA Offshoring Solutions

Come and join TRA Offshoring Solutions, an innovative BPO in the Philippines that specializes in connecting great people with leading Australian accounting firms and businesses. We offer competitive employment packages and strong career development opportunities to help you grow professionally.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to support an Australian accounting firm. In this role, you will deliver accurate, timely, and technology-driven bookkeeping services to SME clients using cloud-based tools, primarily Xero.

You will play a key role in maintaining high-quality financial data that supports business advisory and compliance work.

Key Responsibilities

SME Bookkeeping

• Process daily financial transactions
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable and receivable
• Maintain general ledgers
• Process payroll and superannuation (if applicable)
• Prepare BAS data for accountant review

Xero System Management

• Manage and maintain client Xero files
• Ensure accurate coding and chart of accounts structure
• Maintain bank feeds and integrations
• Assist with Xero setup, optimisation, and client queries

Compliance Support

• Prepare BAS-related data for review
• Ensure accurate GST coding
• Support compliance deadlines through timely bookkeeping

Client Communication

• Request missing information from clients
• Respond to bookkeeping queries
• Support clients in using accounting software

Data Integrity and Reporting

• Maintain clean and accurate financial records
• Identify discrepancies and resolve issues
• Support financial reporting preparation

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with accountants and managers
• Ensure data is ready for compliance and advisory work

Technology and Continuous Improvement

• Use cloud-based accounting tools effectively
• Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency
• Stay updated with Xero and industry developments

Experience Required

• 3 to 5+ years of bookkeeping experience
• Experience working with SME clients
• Strong hands-on experience with Xero is essential

Qualifications

• Certificate IV in Bookkeeping or Accounting, or higher, preferred

Software

• Xero
• Microsoft Excel
• Cloud-based accounting tools and integrations

Skills and Abilities

• High attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills
• Accountability and reliability
• Problem-solving mindset
• Client-focused approach
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team

System Requirements

• Stable internet connection of at least 80 Mbps

Work Setup and Schedule

• Full-time role
• 40 hours per week
• Fixed weekends off
• Remote / Work-from-home
• Dedicated workspace required

Why work for The Remote Accountant?

We provide an excellent employment package, including

• Competitive salary
• HMO / health insurance
• 20 days leave
• 13th-month pay
• Government-mandated benefits
• Training and career development opportunities