Remote Intermediate Bookkeeper - AU Acct | AM Shift | WFH | PHP. 55K-65K BASIC

Intermediate Bookkeeper (Morning Shift)

Join a growing advisory-focused firm and take ownership of end-to-end bookkeeping for a diverse portfolio of Australian clients—supported by a close-knit team, modern systems, and clear pathways for professional development.

About the Role:

Due to continued growth, we’re looking for a proactive Intermediate Bookkeeper based in the Philippines who enjoys working in a team and takes pride in delivering an exceptional client experience.

You’ll manage a broad range of bookkeeping responsibilities in a fast-growing business, working closely with the team at Liston Newton Advisory Bookkeeping.

You’ll look after a portfolio of clients, including the employer’s group of 6+ entities, ensuring work is accurate, on time, and aligned with best practice.

This role suits someone who thinks ahead, learns quickly, and maintains strong attention to detail. You’ll be comfortable in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, able to re-prioritise confidently throughout the day. Strong written communication skills are essential, along with the ability to collaborate in a small, supportive team.

Working closely with Maria (Head of Bookkeeping), you’ll deliver bookkeeping services including:

• Bank reconciliations
• End-to-end payroll and super
• Monthly and quarterly BAS preparation
• Monthly reporting (P&L, balance sheet, etc.)
• Accounts payable and receivable
• Payroll tax preparation
• Journal entries
• Asset register maintenance

You’ll also support advisory work such as:

• Payroll audits
• Xero conversions and set-ups

This is a long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys variety, takes ownership, and wants to build deep expertise across a portfolio of clients in different industries—while maintaining excellent relationships with clients and colleagues.

About You:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in Australian bookkeeping
• Sound knowledge of payroll awards
• Proven experience preparing and reviewing BAS, P&L, cash flow, balance sheet reports, and payroll
• Excellent knowledge of Xero and MYOB
• Experience with Asana, Deputy, Hubdoc, and other add-ons (desirable)
• Ability to learn new software and processes quickly
• Exceptional attention to detail
• A committed and flexible attitude
• Strong communication skills and work ethic; comfortable working independently and as part of a team
• Highly organised, with strong planning and prioritisation skills
• A positive, friendly attitude and genuine willingness to learn
• Ability to build strong, professional client relationships

• Consistent adherence to processes and procedures
• Willingness to learn from feedback and improve continuously
• Strong desire to deepen your knowledge of Australian payroll and bookkeeping
• High attention to detail with clear, professional communication
• Excellent time management and organisational skills
• Accountability for consistent daily outcomes and weekly/monthly targets

About The Company

Based in Melbourne, Australia, we’re a growing, dynamic and innovative team of 50+ people who are committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients. With recent accelerated growth, we’re looking for motivated, switched-on team members to grow with us.

We love technology and are always looking for smarter ways to work and better ways to serve our clients. We’re an advisory-focused firm supporting business owners across their financial services needs, including Business Improvement, Financial Advice, Bookkeeping, SMSF and Lending.

We foster a culture of professional growth and clear career progression. As a valued team member, you’ll be supported and challenged to do your best work. We invest in ongoing development through relevant training and education opportunities, and we welcome ideas from every level—encouraging you to speak up, lean in and make a genuine difference.

A career with our firm means a friendly, sociable environment within a professional and highly respected financial services business, with six offices across Australia.

What you can expect:

• Work from home
• Work-from-home workstation equipment provided
• Offshore employment with job security (not through an outsourcing company or freelancing arrangement)
• Mandatory government contributions (SSS, Pag-IBIG and PhilHealth) paid accordingly
• HMO with one dependent on the 31st day of employment, subject to the eligibility requirements of the HMO provider
• 20 days of paid leave credits
• 10 days rostered days off (in addition to paid leave credits)
• 13 days of paid public holidays
• Paid birthday off after one year of tenure
• 13th month pay paid every December
• Monthly rice, laundry, clothing and meal allowances
• Hands-on exposure to a broad client base
• Mentoring and financial support for professional studies
• A growing firm with real career development opportunities
• Competitive compensation package (negotiable based on previous work experience)