Senior Bookkeeper, Accounting Specialist

About the Role

Pear Tree is hiring a Senior Bookkeeper and Accounting Specialist to oversee financial operations for a portfolio of small business clients. This remote role involves managing end-to-end bookkeeping processes while ensuring high standards of financial accuracy and regulatory compliance. You will leverage cloud-based tools to provide essential financial services to Australian clients, working within a collaborative team to drive operational efficiency and financial health for the businesses served.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate will have at least 3 to 5 years of relevant bookkeeping or accounting experience, preferably in a senior or independent capacity.
• You must possess advanced, hands-on experience with both Xero and QuickBooks, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
• Familiarity with Australian bookkeeping practices, including GST and BAS requirements, is necessary for this role.
• Candidates should demonstrate excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, numerical accuracy, and the ability to manage competing priorities under recurring deadlines.
• Experience with document management platforms such as Dext or Hubdoc is required, and prior experience supporting Australian SMEs or working with accounting firms is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• In this role, you will manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities, including recording transactions, performing bank and credit card reconciliations, and reviewing general ledger entries to identify discrepancies.
• You will oversee accounts payable and receivable processes, process supplier bills, and issue customer invoices.
• Your duties include conducting month-end procedures, preparing financial summaries, and assisting with cash flow monitoring and budgeting.
• Furthermore, you will maintain records to support BAS preparation, monitor reporting deadlines, and conduct bookkeeping clean-ups for new client accounts.
• You will coordinate with clients to obtain necessary documentation and work to continuously improve bookkeeping accuracy and efficiency.

Benefits & Perks

• This is a full-time, fully remote position operating Monday through Friday aligned with Australian business hours, offered as an Independent Contractor engagement.