Running a Business in Australia? Here’s Why You Need a Bookkeeper

Faith is a seasoned accounting professional with over 15 years of extensive experience in the finance and accounting sector, primarily supporting companies in the property management, energy, and telecommunications industries. Her career highlights include end-to-end AR/AP processing, bank reconciliations, BAS/IAS preparation, and compliance reporting, especially within the Australian accounting framework. She exhibits a high level of accuracy, discipline, and hands-on familiarity with tools and practices that are vital for remote finance roles.

She has 15+ years of relevant experience in accounting roles:

• 4 years supporting an Australian property management group where she handled high-volume corporate AP/AR processing, employee reimbursements, insurance journal entries, and compliance tasks using tools like Xero, Lightyear, WEEL, and Stratamax.
• 13 years of prior experience in local corporate accounting support roles in the energy and telecom sectors, particularly in AR management, PO issuance, and BIR audit compliance.
• She is a Certified Xero Advisor, showing strong command over cloud-based accounting tools used by global clients.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage and reconcile financial data, prepare compliance reports, and process tax documentation, including BAS lodgement and GST handling for Australian clients.

• Held full responsibility for BAS preparation and lodgement during her first year with an Australian client, showcasing her capability in international tax compliance.
• Maintained operational accuracy across 10+ entities, and proactively monitored corporate expense compliance via tools like WEEL and Lightyear, helping improve document control and audit readiness.
• Played a critical role in automating and validating AP/AR processes, with strict documentation adherence and discrepancy resolution, ensuring seamless month-end closings and reporting.

• Xero (Certified Advisor) – daily use for invoice creation, bank reconciliation, and journal preparation.
• SAP – used extensively for AR management in large enterprise settings.
• Lightyear & WEEL – for automated invoice processing and expense monitoring.
• Stratamax / DocMax – utilized for document and transaction management in property services.

Her strongest skills include:

• Bank Reconciliation – hands-on daily/monthly reconciliation using automation, with manual validation to ensure accuracy.
• End-to-End AP/AR Processing – across multiple entities, incorporating invoice creation, discrepancy resolution, and reimbursements.
• Tax Compliance – familiarity with Australian BAS/IAS and ability to prepare, review, and lodge statements independently.

• Faith is available to start immediately.
• She has a fully remote-ready setup, including personal equipment and a high-speed fiber internet connection with a prepaid backup.

She has extensive experience performing core bookkeeping responsibilities such as:

• Bank and credit card reconciliation
• Data entry and categorizing transactions
• Accounts payable (AP) and accounts receivable (AR)
• Payroll processing support, including accurate timesheet and deduction tracking
• Preparation of financial reports including profit and loss statements

Anamarie is skilled in using a range of accounting software:

• QuickBooks Online – 2 years of experience; self-rated 7/10 in proficiency
• Xero
• Wave
• Zoho Books
• AppFolio (used for real estate clients)
• Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets – adept in formulas (e.g., VLOOKUP, HLOOKUP, SUMIF), creating graphs, and report formatting

She is also comfortable working with CRM tools and has experience generating and managing sales invoices through QuickBooks.

She is available to start immediately and is open to full-time and part-time arrangements.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Specialist

Strongest Behaviors

• Relatively formal, reserved, and skeptical of new people; requires some “proof” to build trust in new people.
• Attention to detail; follows through on tasks to ensure completion in general accordance with quality standards.
• Operationally, as opposed to socially, focused. Thinks about what needs to be done, and how to do it well, and generally follows that execution plan.

• Drive to protect the company against risk by doing things in general accordance with established standards.
• Careful; usually follows a plan to avoid making mistakes. Generally has proof to support decisions before taking action.

Anamarie is a very conscientious person, particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within own area of expertise.

Reserved, serious, and always concerned with the exact correctness of the work. Self-discipline, sense of duty, and respect for authority and tradition are strong qualities in Anamarie, who takes responsibilities very seriously.

With experience and/or training, Anamarie will develop a high level of specialized expertise and efficiency. Disciplined and dedicated to the job and the company. Work pace is somewhat faster-than-average, and Anamarie is motivated by a real concern for getting work done on time and correctly.

• Liezel has accumulated approximately 8 years of administrative and financial support experience, primarily within office-based and local Philippine companies, with a brief stint in remote international work.
• Her experience spans both administrative operations and basic accounting/bookkeeping functions
• She is available to start immediately.

• Handled logistics-related responsibilities for a telecommunications company, including deployment of technician vehicles, fuel monitoring, inventory of tools and materials, and operations support.
• Oversaw monthly branch budget preparation, including data entry of expenses and submission of replenishment requests.

• Performed accounts receivable tasks for a U.S.-based client on a project basis, including checking bills, issuing invoices, and ensuring data accuracy before dispatch.
• In prior local roles, handled data entry, ledger updating, and daily cash reconciliation for loans and collections.
• Familiar with basic auditing practices, ensuring the correctness of entries and accounting documents.

• Communicated regularly with external suppliers (e.g., vehicle leasing, fuel companies) regarding billing concerns and rental contracts.
• Experience in customer support via email, with growing confidence in taking and making business calls.

• Comfortable with Microsoft Excel (rated 9/10) – has used advanced formulas and generated reports.
• Used SAP in a logistics setting.
• Basic familiarity with Google Workspace tools.

• He has a solid accounting and bookkeeping background, having worked as both an in-house accounting officer and a virtual assistant specializing in bookkeeping for over two years.
• His experience includes managing accounts, processing invoices and expenses, reconciling accounts, and generating financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
• He is proficient in Xero and QuickBooks Online, handling day-to-day financial transactions, tax preparation assistance, and inventory management.
• Additionally, he has experience working with Australian clients, demonstrating familiarity with Australian accounting standards, including BAS and GST reporting.
• His current and previous roles have also involved reconciling bills against purchase orders and ensuring financial accuracy, which aligns well with the responsibilities of the role.
• He is using accounting software such as Xero and QuickBooks Online, as well as receipt management tools like Hubdoc.
• He has a structured workflow for processing transactions, ensuring accuracy by reconciling bank feeds with recorded transactions, preventing duplicates, and performing mid-month and end-of-month reconciliations.
• He is able to start immediately.

• Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
• Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
• Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.
• Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
• Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.

John is unassuming, unselfish and has a genuine interest in other people and a strong, intuitive understanding of them. Outgoing and friendly, they enjoy working with others and is lively, warm company.

A pleasant and extraverted person, He is an effective communicator, able to stimulate and motivate others while being aware of and responsive to their needs and concerns. Their congenial personality and friendly, interested attitude make them readily approachable. John Paul gets along easily with a wide variety of people.

• Rhenneshy brings a strong background in accounting and taxation with extensive experience working in various industries, including private companies, retail, and global accounting firms.
• With over five years of professional experience, Rhen has developed expertise in Australian taxation, financial reporting, and auditing.
• Key Skills and Competencies:
• Taxation Expertise
• Proficient in preparing and lodging individual tax returns (ITRs) with end-to-end handling, including queries and lodgment using Xero Practice Manager (XPM).
• Experienced in trusts and company tax returns, BAS (Business Activity Statements), and IAS (Instalment Activity Statements).
• Knowledgeable in Division 7A and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT), with familiarity in property investment tax and other Australian tax regulations.
• Adept at working with Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs), using BGL 360 for processing and audits.

• Argel has 15 years of experience in Finance/ Admin in the Philippines and UAE.

• She is proficient in managing financial records, A/R, A/P, reconciliations, and financial reporting

• Familiar with QuickBooks, SAP HANA, Tally ERP, Microsoft tools, and Google tools

• She has Experience in corporate settings, handling A-Z accounting processes

• She directly presented financial reports to management in most recent role

• Assisted with inventory accounting, focus on general accounts

• Industries: government organization, general merchandise, real estate (Dubai)

• Created processes from scratch in previous roles

• Managed workload through prioritization and scheduling

• Comfortable working independently or as part of a team

• She can Start ASAP

Behavior Summary

Arjeluz is thoughtful, disciplined, and particularly attentive to, careful of, and accurate with the details involved in the job. Identifies problems, and enjoys solving them, particularly within their area of expertise. Works at a steady, even pace, leveraging their background for the betterment of the team, company, or customer.

• A graduate of Bachelor of Science in Accountancy, with nearly 8 years of experience in accounting, including expertise in accounts reconciliation (GL/AR/AP), financial planning, intercompany transactions, and process automation.
• Holds advanced skills in financial tools and automation technologies.
• Led process improvement initiatives such as Value Stream Mapping (VSM), achieving 1500 hours of annual savings through process standardization and bottleneck elimination.
• Developed automation tools for invoice processing and reconciliation, significantly increasing efficiency and accuracy.
• Managed global AR/AP imbalances, resolving issues to prevent operational disruptions and period reopenings.
• Directed minor system enhancements and implemented financial software migration projects to improve operational performance.
• Advanced proficiency in SAP (S4 Hana, Fiori), KNIME, Blue Prism, and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Skilled in process automation, financial analysis, and reconciliation, as well as implementing innovative solutions to optimize accounting operations.
• Demonstrates strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Unhurried and deliberate, stable and will do things using the established process; finds it difficult to change these systems. Dependable, consistent and needs familiar environments and coworkers to be most productive.
• Cooperative, easy-going, and agreeable in getting along with others. A focused, uncritical listener who won’t “rock the boat.”
• Methodical, steady, and even-paced; loses productivity when interrupted.

• Arce has gained 11 years of professional accounting experience and has handled roles like accounts receivable officer, business analyst, and IT consultant.
• She is proficient in accounts payable, accounts receivable, month-end closing, general ledger, and financial reporting.
• Her expertise include Microsoft Excel (Advanced level) including Power Automate, VBA Macros, and Power Query.
• She has worked with multinational clients, including Australian, European, and U.S.-based organizations.
• She also gained experience as SAP FICO Consultant with a background as an end-user and system implementer.
• She is available to start ASAP and prefers part-time arrangement

Czarina is an experienced bookkeeping professional with over four years of experience supporting Australian clients across various industries, including real estate, sports management, and small-scale construction. She demonstrates strong technical proficiency in Xero, has a solid understanding of the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations, and is confident in her ability to prepare and support BAS submissions under the cash basis accounting method.

Technical & Work Experience:

She has worked extensively with Australian SMEs, handling end-to-end bookkeeping processes such as:

• Bank and credit card reconciliations (daily and monthly)

• Accounts payable/receivable management

• Invoice processing and document matching via Hubdoc integration with Xero

• BAS preparation and adherence to GST regulations

• Report generation and month-end financial summaries

She also utilizes productivity tools such as Excel, OneNote, and digital calendars to manage multiple accounts concurrently, demonstrating strong organizational skills. She currently manages bookkeeping for a real estate development firm and has experience handling up to eight entities simultaneously.

Her familiarity with construction-related bookkeeping, including contract management and invoice tracking, aligns well with the needs of the client in the civil construction sector.

Predictive Index Behavioral Profile - Controller

Strongest Behaviors

• Careful with rules; precise, "by the book", fast-paced, and literal in interpreting rules, schedules and results.
• Detail-oriented and thorough; works to ensure things don’t fall through the cracks, and follows up to ensure they’re done properly and on time.
• Driven to achieve operational efficiencies: thinks about what needs to be done and how it can be done as fast as possible while maintaining a high-quality outcome. Impatient with routines.
• Proactivity, assertiveness, and sense of urgency in driving to reach personal goals. Openly challenges the world.
• Independent in putting forth their own ideas, which are often innovative and, if implemented, cause change. Resourcefully works through or around anything blocking completion of what they want to accomplish; aggressive when challenged.
• Impatient for results, puts pressure on themself and others for rapid implementation, and is far less productive when doing routine work.
• Relatively formal, reserved, and skeptical of new people; requires some “proof” to build trust in new people.

Czarina is a self-disciplined, conscientious person who will develop a high degree of expertise and skill in a specialized job. Has the drive to get things done right and in accordance with established standards of accuracy and quality.

A conservative and analytical person who respects traditional organizational values. Reserved, serious, and thoughtful about everything to be done, is a no-nonsense worker who worries about getting things exactly right. Never superficial, will make sure that they know what they’re talking about before speaking. Needs a lot of certainty and structure in their work so that it meets very high, specific quality standards.

Eunice is a Virtual Assistant and Accounts Administrator with 5 years of freelance experience supporting Australian, US, and Canadian businesses in accounting, bookkeeping, payroll support, and operational administration. Skilled in managing accounts payable and receivable, bank reconciliations, invoicing, payroll assistance, financial reporting, and executive support. Experienced in working directly with CEOs and business owners in remote environments while handling confidential financial and administrative tasks with accuracy and professionalism.

Brings an additional 10 years of customer service experience from international-facing industries, demonstrating strong communication skills, client relationship management, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments.

• Accounts Payable & Accounts Receivable
• Bank Reconciliation
• Payroll Support & Processing
• Financial Reporting
• Invoice Preparation & Management
• Data Entry & Financial Records Management
• ITR Support
• XPM Financial Administration
• Vendor Payment Processing
• Receivables Follow-up

• Executive Assistance
• Email Management
• Calendar & Task Coordination
• Operational Administration
• Document Processing
• Client Communication
• Follow-up Calls & Coordination
• Remote Team Collaboration

• Loan Application Processing
• Client Document Collection
• Mortgage Documentation Review
• Bank Requirement Coordination
• Client Qualification Assistance

• International Customer Support
• Client Relationship Management
• Professional Written & Verbal Communication
• Problem Solving
• Multi-client Management

• Facebook Management
• Instagram Management
• LinkedIn Management
• Basic Video Editing
• Visual Content Creation

• Xero
• QuickBooks
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Outlook
• Upwork
• General Accounting & CRM Platforms

2020 – Present

Worked with international clients, particularly Australian businesses, providing accounting, bookkeeping, payroll support, administrative assistance, and operational support.

• Managed accounts payable and receivable records
• Assisted with payroll processing using Xero and QuickBooks
• Performed bank reconciliations and financial reporting
• Supported preparation of financial documents and ITR-related tasks
• Handled invoice processing and vendor payments
• Worked directly with the CEO on administrative and accounting functions

• Processed mortgage and loan applications
• Coordinated client documentation and compliance requirements
• Communicated with clients regarding loan requirements and updates
• Assisted with email management and operational support
• Managed social media accounts including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
• Created visuals and performed basic video editing for marketing support

Casino Industry | Prior to Freelancing

• Built strong customer service and communication skills through direct interaction with international customers
• Developed professionalism, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively under pressure
• Gained experience in customer engagement and relationship management in a fast-paced environment

• Eunice Franchette Biascan demonstrates a solid foundation in accounting, payroll, and administrative support, with relevant work experience across multiple roles, including Real Estate VA, Payroll Assistant, Legal Assistant, and Internal Audit Officer.
• Her educational background in Accounting Technology provides her with a strong base in accounting principles and business law, though she is relatively new in terms of formal academic qualifications.
• Effectively managed data entry, billing, and collections in real estate support, showcasing her ability to handle diverse financial tasks and client interactions.
• Streamlined payroll processes by implementing efficient data collection and collaboration practices, demonstrating her capacity for process improvement.
• Provided high-level legal support and contributed to compliance audits and reporting, indicating her versatility and attention to detail in legal and compliance environments.
• Proficient in accounting and payroll management, customer service, and executive assistance, Eunice is skilled in tools such as Xero, QuickBooks, Excel, and Google Workspace.
• Her experience with communication and project management tools like Slack and Asana, along with her ability to adapt to various office tools, highlights her strong technical adaptability and support capabilities.

• Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
• Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
• Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.

Unassuming, unselfish and has a genuine interest in other people and a strong, intuitive understanding of them. Outgoing and friendly, they enjoy working with others and is lively, warm company.

A pleasant and extraverted person, Eunice Franchette is an effective communicator, able to stimulate and motivate others while being aware of and responsive to their needs and concerns. Their congenial personality and friendly, interested attitude make them readily approachable. Eunice Franchette gets along easily with a wide variety of people.

Alino presents a solid background in accounting and bookkeeping, with over seven years of experience in the industry. His experience aligns well with the client's requirements, especially with handling multiple entities and diverse industries, which is essential for managing the family business’s complex bookkeeping needs.

Strengths:

1. Relevant Experience: Alino has substantial experience as a bookkeeper, accounting supervisor, and team lead, which has equipped him with comprehensive skills in accounting and bookkeeping. His current role managing a team and handling multiple client accounts demonstrates his capability to handle complex bookkeeping for diverse businesses.
2. Software Proficiency: He has worked with essential accounting software, specifically Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks, covering all necessary tools for the client’s Australian business operations.
3. Exposure to Australian Accounting Standards: Alino has over a year of direct experience with Australian clients, which ensures familiarity with the country’s financial regulations and practices.
4. Educational Background: Currently finalizing his master’s thesis and involved in teaching accounting, Alino demonstrates an ongoing commitment to academic and professional development.
5. Remote Work Setup: He has a well-equipped home office, including backup equipment and internet, demonstrating his readiness for remote work.

Overall Impression: Alino is a qualified candidate for the bookkeeping role, especially given his extensive experience, exposure to Australian clients, and knowledge of the necessary accounting software. His experience across different sectors and direct handling of monthly and year-end financial tasks aligns with the job's responsibilities, making him a strong fit for the role.

Behavioral Assessment: 

Alino is a distinctly independent and individualistic person, strong-minded and determined. Venturesome, will “stick their neck out”; and take responsibility for risks when they believe they are right.
The challenge of new problems and new ventures is stimulating and will be responded to with action. They have a lot of confidence in themself, their own knowledge, ability and decisions.

Alino is an ingenious and innovative problem-solver and troubleshooter. They have an actively inquiring mind, a lively interest in the technical aspects of the work, and a need to know and learn more about the systems, techniques, facts, and concepts involved in it. They will drive hard to get things done their own way, and quickly. A self-starter that initiates, makes decisions, and assumes responsibility for those decisions. They have a strong competitive drive, are ambitious, and will drive hard to achieve goals. Their sense of urgency and impatience for results will put pressure on others as well as on themself.

Jonathan has extensive experience in finance and accounting across various industries, holding senior-level positions such as Financial Operations and Controller Manager, Senior Financial Controller, Chief Financial Officer, and Operations Manager. With over 20 years of experience, Jonathan has a proven track record in financial management, strategic planning, and process improvement.

1. Diverse Industry Experience: Jonathan has worked across industries such as industrial equipment, construction, food and beverage, consumer products, and manufacturing. This versatility demonstrates his adaptability to different business models and environments.

2. Advanced Financial Management: He has a high level of expertise in financial planning, financial reporting, and accounting management. Jonathan led the development of key performance indicators (KPIs), cash flow management, and budget forecasts in several roles, significantly improving financial performance and compliance.

3. Leadership & Team Management: Jonathan has extensive experience in leading finance and accounting teams, providing mentorship and driving cross-functional collaboration. He has led both remote and in-person teams and implemented upskilling programs to improve team performance.

4. Process Improvement: He has consistently improved operational efficiency by automating financial processes and identifying and resolving discrepancies in financial records. At Teknik Food Equipment and Technical Services, he managed to clean up 18 months' worth of transactions in just 3 months, streamlining operations and addressing tax inconsistencies.

5. Strategic Financial Initiatives: Jonathan’s ability to drive cost-saving initiatives is notable. For example, he developed a cost-saving strategy at Magic Melt Foods, Inc. that improved profitability by 20% through supply chain optimization.

• Intermediate Proficiency in Accounting Tools: Jonathan rates himself as intermediate in specific accounting tools like software and reconciliation. While his advanced financial management skills compensate for this, depending on the specific tools required by the employer, some upskilling may be needed.

• Industry-Specific Experience: His experience, while broad, does not indicate deep exposure to certain industries that might be essential depending on the job requirements. This could require further inquiry based on the industry focus of the role.

Jonathan is a highly experienced financial leader with a solid track record of improving financial processes, driving team performance, and implementing strategic initiatives. His ability to work across various industries and manage large financial operations positions him as a strong candidate for senior accounting and finance roles. His leadership capabilities, combined with his strategic thinking and hands-on approach to financial management, make him well-suited for senior roles in finance.

• Jen acquired a degree in Business Management, majoring in Management Accounting. She has been working for 5 years now. She joined companies in manpower, financial services, and accounting firms. Her 1-year service to retail and coaching business clients in Australia through an outsourcing company exposed her to its accounting and tax processes.
• Her collective experience in accounting and tax includes:
  • BAS and IAS preparation
  • Individual ITR preparation
  • Accounts receivable - preparing reports for collectibles
  • Tax Compliance
  • Local payroll
  • Accounts payable
  • Bank reconciliation
• She adeptly uses several tools and software like QuickBooks, Xero, MYOB, Microsoft Office Apps (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook), and Google Drive.
• She can start anytime.
• She is amenable to a day shift, part-time, or full-time position.

• Driven to protect the company against risk by thoroughly leveraging their background and strictly following “the book.”
• Cautious; follows a well-established and proven plan to avoid making mistakes. Does the background research necessary to have proof to support decisions before action is taken.
• Detail-oriented and accommodating; most comfortable working as part of a well-defined team for which they produce high-quality output and decisions.

A very conscientious and disciplined person; particularly careful, thorough, and accurate in their work. This individual is exacting and strives to produce results that precisely meet the established goals. Works best where there are clear standards, expectations, reporting relationships and measurements for the work. Jensen Ann will depend upon professional training, their own experience, or management leadership, to provide those standards and the structure needed for their work.

Given sufficient experience, they will produce work of high quality, giving close attention to the accuracy of details. Stable and dependable; consistent in their actions and, if necessary, has sufficient patience to do work of a repetitive nature. Believes in having, and following, well-defined processes and procedures.