Bookkeeper - (011 - 1462) at Hunt St in Metro Manila, Philippines

Job Role: Bookkeeper

Compensation range: $1,500 - $1,800 AUD/month

Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

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.

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: Founded in 2016, our client is a diversified Australian business group headquartered in Cairns, with operations spanning multiple industries, including supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, backpacker accommodation, and transport services.

Built on a foundation of innovation, integrity, and excellence, the group continues to expand its business operations, focusing on sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and delivering quality services across its various ventures.

Role Overview: We are looking for an experienced Bookkeeper to manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities across multiple Australian business entities.

The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, managing reconciliations, and supporting regular financial reporting.

Most of the businesses currently use MYOB, with some also using Xero. The role will involve maintaining existing accounting records, reviewing current processes, and helping improve the overall bookkeeping systems across the businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities across multiple business entities.

• Process accounts payable and receivable, including invoices, payments, and expense records.

• Perform regular bank, credit card, and supplier reconciliations.

• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure transactions are correctly categorised.

• Review existing accounting records and identify discrepancies or missing information.

• Assist with GST tracking, BAS preparation, and other Australian bookkeeping requirements.

• Prepare regular financial reports and bookkeeping summaries.

• Maintain and organise accounting systems, primarily MYOB, with some Xero.

• Identify opportunities to improve bookkeeping processes and accounting workflows.

• Coordinate with the business owner and external accountants when required.

• Degree or qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.

• At least 3 years of bookkeeping or accounting experience.

• Previous experience supporting Australian businesses.

• Good understanding of Australian bookkeeping requirements, including GST and BAS.

• Hands-on experience with MYOB; Xero experience is an advantage.

• Experience managing accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations.

• Ability to review and organise accounting records and improve existing processes.

• Strong Excel and spreadsheet skills.

• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple business accounts.

• Good written and verbal English communication skills.

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a fully remote role set up under an Independent Contractor Agreement.

Successful candidate will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as "Independent Contractor").