Bookkeeper & Executive Assistant – Remote (Australia)

About the role

Remotee is looking for a detail‑oriented Bookkeeper & Executive Assistant to work remotely for an Australian tax accounting firm. The position is full‑time, day‑shift (AEST) and involves supporting accounting, bookkeeping and administrative teams with data entry, client communication and compliance tasks.

Key responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to accounting and bookkeeping teams, including handling phone calls and client inquiries.
• Record and organise financial transactions in Xero and spreadsheets, ensuring accurate categorisation.
• Assist with accounts payable and receivable, invoice processing, vendor payments and payment tracking.
• Perform bank and transaction reconciliations, flagging discrepancies for review.
• Support ASIC compliance, AML/CTF requirements, client billing and preparation of IAS/BAS reports.
• Follow client‑specific workflows using Karbon or similar tools.

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years experience in bookkeeping, accounting support or financial administration.
• Experience supporting an accounting firm or professional services team.
• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles (debits, credits, categorisation, reconciliations).
• High numerical accuracy, confidentiality and excellent written and verbal English.
• Highly organised, reliable and able to follow structured processes.

Required skills

• Xero accounting software
• Microsoft 365 – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
• Karbon or similar workflow management tools (preferred)

What we offer

• Long‑term remote role with a stable day‑shift schedule.
• Competitive salary (PHP 50,000‑56,000/month) with guaranteed annual reviews.
• Exposure to Australian accounting workflows and training on Xero, Microsoft 365 and Karbon.
• Company‑provided hardware and clear career progression opportunities.