Senior Bookkeeper | with AU Bookkeeping Experience

VBP Open

On-site Cebu City Full-time Senior Accounting

At a glance

Senior Accounting role at VBP. Cebu City · full-time.

Pay not stated Accounting salary

RoleAccounting

SenioritySenior

LocationCebu City

WorkplaceOn-site

EmploymentFull-time

PostedMar 2, 2026

Role brief

financeroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Handle client and vendor messages, sending invoices, tax paperwork and reminders while following up on requested documents
Create bills and invoices, process payments, and keep client and vendor records current
Maintain accounts payable and receivable, reconcile bank activity, and support client payroll processing
Enter journal entries, check ledgers and spreadsheets, prepare Business Activity Statements and their working papers
File and organize documents, enter data, and help track fixed assets

What you bring

At least two years bookkeeping or accounting experience with Australian-based companies
At least two years using Xero, plus current Xero Advisor and Xero Payroll certifications
Strong knowledge of Australian payroll and GST, with a sound grasp of accounting principles
Confident Excel and Microsoft Office skills, plus experience with HubDoc, Dext or another listed tool

Who this fits

This suits a detail-focused bookkeeper who can respond promptly to client needs and communicate clearly with clients and vendors. The role is onsite in Cebu City, with a fixed Monday-to-Friday schedule from 7 AM to 4 PM.

From the employer

Overview of the Role

Bookkeepers are responsible in providing clients with high-quality work by paying close attention to detail, providing a quick turnaround for completion of tasks and being proactive and responsive to client requirements.

Main duties include:

Assist Accounting Team in handling communications with clients and vendors such as sending out invoices, bills, statements, tax documents, email reminders, document requests and follow-ups.
Track, record and maintain clients and vendors profiles.
Perform document filing, collation and data entry.
Create invoices, bills and process payments.
Assist Accounting Team in processing, preparing and maintaining accounts receivable and payable records.
Perform reconciliation of bank accounts and other financial transactions.
Assist Accounting Team in preparing clients’ payroll.
Record journal entries, review spreadsheets and ledgers and other financial reports for accuracy.
Prepare Business Activity Statements
Create associated working papers
Assist Accounting Team to maintain fixed assets.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of practical experience as a Bookkeeper or Accountant with Australian-based companies
Advanced Xero knowledge (minimum 2 years’ experience)
Strong experience with Australian Payroll - IMPORTANT
Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
Solid understanding of accounting principles
Skilled in Excel
Experience with HubDoc or Dext
Understanding of accruals and prepayments
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Good knowledge of Australian taxation (GST)
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
High attention to detail
Clear and confident written and verbal communication skills
Current Xero Advisor Certification required
Current Xero Payroll Certification required

Benefits