Junior Accountant (AU Client) – Xero Preferred

Senior Accountant (AU Client) – Xero Certified

Reports to: Managing Director
Location: Remote (Work From Home)
Employment Type: Full Time
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Manila Time

About the Role

Staff Connect Australia is recruiting on behalf of an established Australian business operating across multiple service divisions.

We are seeking a detail-oriented Junior Accountant to support the company’s financial operations, reporting, and compliance. This role will work closely with the Managing Director and senior tea ---------- mbers, assisting in day-to-day accounting tasks while ensuring accuracy and timeliness in financial records.

This role is ideal for someone with foundational experience in Australian accounting who is eager to grow their skills in a structured, multi-entity environment.

Systems & Tools Environment
Xero
GeoOp
Live Payments Portal
Airtable
Slack

Certifications Required
- Xero Advisor Certified
- Xero Payroll Certified

Required Experience
- Australian BAS and IAS preparation
- Company tax return support (liaising with external accountants as needed)
- Experience working with Australian clients or accounting firms

Key Responsibilities
Bookkeeping & Reconciliations
-Maintain accurate financial records in Xero for all entities
- Perform bank, credit card, and loan reconciliations
- Allocate GST codes and track job-related costs
- Review and code expense entries with proper documentation
- Reconcile inter-entity transactions and maintain a clean general ledger
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Accounts Payable (Suppliers & Contractors)
- Process and schedule invoices for payment
- Verify invoice accuracy against purchase orders or job references
- Reconcile supplier statements and maintain positive relationships
- Process weekly contractor payments and maintain payout registers
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Accounts Receivable (Customer Billing & Collections)
- Review job logs from GeoOp and ensure accurate invoicing
- Identify and correct invoicing/data-entry errors
- Manage debtor follow-ups and resolve invoice disputes
- Maintain an accurate aged receivables ledger and report trends

Payroll & Contractor Management
- Process fortnightly payroll in compliance with Australian award rules
- Audit ove ---------- claims for accuracy and fairness
- Reconcile PAYG, superannuation, and leave balances
- Maintain employee and contractor payment records
- Post and reconcile all payroll journals

Balance Sheet, Assets & Financial Control
- Maintain reconciled balance sheets each month
- Manage the fixed asset register and depreciation schedules
- Record and monitor capital purchases (vehicles, IT, plant, and equipment)
- Administer dividend payments, director loans, and shareholder distributions
- Track intercompany transactions, retained earnings, and equity movements

BAS / IAS Preparation & Compliance
- Prepare monthly IAS and quarterly BAS for review
- Ensure GST and PAYG data is accurate
- Maintain full working papers and supporting documentation
- Monitor ATO correspondence and ensure timely compliance

Financial & Operational Reporting
- Produce weekly cashflow forecasts and monthly management reports
- Conduct variance analysis and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Track workforce utilization, revenue per labour hour, and service profitability
- Provide actionable insights for management, including pricing and discount analysis

Audit & Year-End Support
- Prepare reconciliations and schedules for audits and EOFY processes
- Liaise with external accountants and auditors
- Assist with year-end adjustments, including depreciation, accruals, and provisions

Key Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or equivalent
- Minimum 3+ years’ experience with Australian clients or accounting firms
- Advanced Xero proficiency, including payroll, fixed assets, and reporting
- Strong knowledge of Australian BAS, GST, PAYG, and Superannuation compliance
- Experience managing balance sheets, dividends, and inter-entity accounts
- Excellent accounts payable, receivable, and reconciliation skills
- Strong analytical and financial reporting capability
- High attention to detail and accuracy
- Able to work independently and proactively identify risks or opportunities

Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Balance sheets reconciled monthly with full supporting schedules
- Zero unexplained variances in payroll, assets, or BAS accounts
- Timely issuance of invoices and active debtor management
- Accurate and punctual supplier and contractor payments
- Management reports delivered with insightful commentary on trends and efficiencies
- Workforce utilization, cancellations, and discount impacts reported monthly
- BAS/IAS submissions prepared ahead of deadlines
- EOFY and audit documentation complete and delivered on time