General Accountant

We are looking for an experienced General Accountant to support an Australian construction client with day-to-day accounting, reporting, reconciliations, financial administration, and ERP-based accounting processes.

Full Job Description

We are looking for an experienced General Accountant with strong accounting knowledge, preferably with Australian accounting and construction industry experience.

Position: General Accountant

Client: Australian Construction Client

Work Setup: 100% Work From Home

Equipment: Company-provided equipment

Shift

• 5:30 AM - 2:30 PM Philippine Time during Australian Daylight Saving Time (DST)
• 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM Philippine Time outside DST
  
  

Work Schedule: 5 days per week

Salary: PHP 80,000 per month

Start Date: Immediate

Key Responsibilities

• Handle general accounting and bookkeeping activities
• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations
• Manage accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Prepare journal entries and general ledger reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes
• Prepare financial and management reports
• Monitor project-related costs, expenses, accruals, and account balances
• Assist with payroll-related accounting entries and reconciliations
• Assist with BAS, GST, and other Australian accounting requirements
• Maintain accurate records within the company's Construction ERP system
• Support job costing, project accounting, and cost allocation where required
• Maintain organised accounting files and supporting documentation
• Coordinate with the Australian client regarding financial queries and requirements
• Provide regular accounting updates and reports
  
  

Accounting Systems & Platforms:

• Construction ERP systems
• Xero
• MYOB
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel
• Other cloud-based accounting and project management platforms
  
  

Qualifications:

• Must be a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or have strong professional accounting experience
• Previous Australian accounting experience is highly preferred
• Previous experience in the construction industry is highly preferred
• Experience using a Construction ERP system is highly desirable
• Experience with job costing, project accounting, cost allocation, and construction-related financial reporting is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of general accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, and/or similar accounting software
• Experience in bank reconciliation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger
• Familiarity with Australian GST, BAS, and payroll accounting is an advantage
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent English communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work independently and manage deadlines
• Organised, reliable, and comfortable handling confidential financial information
• Must have a stable internet connection
• Must be willing to work Philippine and Australian holidays when required
• Must be available to start immediately