Bookkeeper, Work from Home

Australian Accountants Office

We are seeking an experienced bookkeeper based in the Philippines who has real, hands-on experience with Australian GST.

This role is for someone who understands why transactions are treated a certain way under Australian tax rules, not just how to enter data into accounting software.

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How To Apply

About Us

Cascade Accounting & Tax

An Australian accounting practice supporting small businesses and professional firms across Australia. 

We are a fully paperless, systems-driven firm. Accuracy, documentation, and sound accounting judgment are essential in our work.

We already have four happy Philippines-based team members who have been with us between 15 months and over 3 years.

Key Responsibilities

    • End-to-end bookkeeping for Australian clients
    • Accurate GST coding and review
    • Bank and credit card reconciliations
    • Preparation of BAS data
    • Identifying and escalating issues clearly
    • Maintaining clean, well-structured source documents and workpapers
    • Working within documented systems and workflows
    • Support of Tax Agents in End-of-year processes
Essential Experience
    • Australian GST
    • QuickBooks Online
    • Xero
What We Value
    • Strong accounting fundamentals
    • Attention to detail
    • Clear written communication
    • Clear verbal communication
    • Professional judgement
    • Willingness to say “I’m not sure, I need to check”
    • Don’t pretend to understand things you don’t
The Role Is A Good Fit If You
    • Have practical experience working with Australian GST
    • Have formal study in bookkeeping
    • Have solid understanding of accounting fundaments – which underpin what a system should do
    • Can correctly identify GST-free, input-taxed, and mixed-use transactions
    • Are comfortable asking questions before coding transactions
    • Are happy to follow our established procedures
    • Follow naming conventions and file source documents carefully
    • Prefer doing work correctly rather than quickly
    • Intend to complete the work we assign you yourself
The Role Is Not Suitable If You:
    • Cannot read a balance sheet – you will be tested
    • Only process data in Xero or QuickBooks without understanding the results
    • Are frustrated by documentation and naming conventions
    • Avoid documenting your work or explaining adjustments
    • Expect full independence without following established procedures
    • Want to re-invent our effective work procedures
    • Intend to subcontract work assigned to you

Application Instructions

(PLEASE READ CAREFULLY)

To apply, please email karen@cascadeat.com.au and please include:

1. A short cover letter written by you, explaining:

  • When did you discover you liked bookkeeping?
  • Share your experience working with the Australian GST
  • What would you do if an account on a client’s Balance Sheet showed a significantly different balance than what you expected?
  • What is one common GST mistake you see in Australian client files?

2. Send Your Curriculum Vitae (different to a one-page marketing brochure)

Shortlisted applicants will complete a practical fundamentals of bookkeeping quiz on Zoom with one of our team members before being offered an interview.

We assess how you think, not how polished your application looks.

Location & Hours

  • Remote role – work from home
  • Ongoing full-time work – 36 hours per week over 4 days or 40 hours per week over 5 days
  • Hours and pay discussed with suitable candidates – rates commensurate with experience
  • Bonus at 3 months of service

Note:  An extra adult is needed in the home to mind any children under 8 years old during working hours

Essential Equipment

  • PC or Laptop, minimum i5 processor; minimum 8 mb RAM (preferably 16 mb)
  • Reliable, fast internet and backup internet
  • Licenced copy of Microsoft Windows 11
  • Licenced copy of Microsoft Office with operational copies of Word and Excel on your desktop
  • At least 2 external monitors of 24 inch or larger
  • External keyboard with number pad and mouse
  • Noise-cancelling headphones with a microphone for team meetings
  • Ergonomic desk and chair in a quiet location away from other family members