Virtual BookkeeperRemote Staff

The Virtual Bookkeeper will work with an accounting and consulting firm based in New South Wales, Australia. He/she will be expected to do the following tasks :
Reconcile accounts in a timely manner
Daily entry of key financial transactions data into an accounts system
Month end close - processing of general journals, accruals, standing journals and general ledger adjustments
Completion of monthly Balance Sheet Reconciliations.
Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts and board reports for a variety of clients to provide relevant and timely financial information to management and the Board including, profit and loss, balance sheet and cash flow statements.
Assistance with preparation of monthly and quarterly BAS Returns.
Perform bank reconciliations for overseas and Australian bank accounts
Assistance in managing the Accounts Payable function for clients, as required.
Assistance in managing the Accounts Receivable ledger across clients and ensure appropriate procedures are being followed.
Handle daily communication of assigned clients, synthesize and explain data to them as needed.
We invite applicants who have the following qualifications:
Previous experience as a bookkeeper or Accounts clerk
Bachelors Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related fields
At least 3+ years' of work experience is preferred
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Advanced knowledge of Gmail / Google Doc, Sheets, Mail, Calendar
Experience with Xero is required
Experience with Australian businesses preferred
Knowledge of Australian tax system is a plus
Willing to work 7.5 hours from Monday to Friday with a 30 minute lunch