Accounts Assistant

Office Assistant – Work From Home - Accounting Firm - Australia

· Mid tier accounting firm situated in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

· Open and collaborative culture

· Opportunity to work closely with the Chief Financial Officer

· Location: Work From Home

· Salary: Php 25,000 to Php 60,000

The primary purpose of your role

The primary purpose of the Accounts Assistant role is to provide support to the finance and accounting team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with general accounting and administrative duties. The role is designed to help ensure the smooth operation of the accounting function while developing the incumbent's skills and knowledge in accounting principles and office systems.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Accounts Payable (AP)

2. Process supplier invoices and credit notes

3. Match purchase orders with invoices

4. Prepare payment runs (EFT, BPAY, cheque)

5. Reconcile supplier statements

6. Respond to vendor queries and discrepancies

7. Accounts Receivable (AR)

8. Generate client fee and disbursement invoices

9. Monitor debtor accounts and follow up outstanding payments

10. Allocate and record incoming payments correctly

11. Assist with credit control and issuing statements

12. Client disbursements

13. Enter client disbursements in IPS

14. Reconcile monthly disbursements between IPS and XERO

15. Bank and General Ledger Reconciliations

16. Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations for allocated bank accounts

17. Assist in reconciling balance sheet and control accounts

18. Payroll Support

19. Timesheet and productivity reporting

20. Follow up regarding outstanding timesheets

21. Enter timesheets and leave records as required

22. Generate productivity and other reports as required from time to time

23. Financial Reporting Support

24. Assist with month-end and year-end processes

25. Trust account

26. Assist with recording, maintenance, and reconciliation of trust account records

27. Administrative & Compliance Tasks

28. Filing and archiving financial documents

29. Maintain supplier and customer databases

30. Handle internal queries from staff or management

31. Software & Systems

32. Accurately enter and update records in accounting software (e.g., XERO, IPS)

33. Data entry in IPS to maintain client records and system integrity

34. Use Excel to prepare reconciliations and reports

35. Learn and follow company finance procedures

Educational Requirements

Desirable:

• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy

Level of Experience

Desirable:

• Experience in a similar role, preferably with a professional services employer
• Proficiency in MS Office environment
• Excellent telephone and customer services skills
• Experience in using or navigating accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB or similar)

Key Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

• Good numerical and analytical skills.

• Good organisational and time management skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.

• Willingness to learn and take on new tasks.

HOW TO JOIN US

We welcome the submission of a CV and cover letter.

Job Types: Full-time

Salary: Php 18,000.00 – Php35,000.00 per month

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Php25, Php60,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid training
• Pay raise
• Work from home

Application Question(s):

• Is your level of written and verbal English at a level of 10, on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the lowest and 10 being the highest. Yes or no answers only.
• Have you held a job for less than 2 years, yes or no answers only.
• Are you confident in your English to be able to speak to Australian clients on the phone? yes or no answers only

Experience:

• Accounts Assistant : 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

License/Certification:

• Do you have a Bachelor of Science in Accountancy (Required)

Work Location: Remote