Bookkeeper / Accountant (007-875)

Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9.00 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies directly hire top 5% remote talent in the Philippines. You will be hired directly by the client, typically as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote, so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is: We are a Brisbane-based residential builder and developer specialising in custom homes and townhouse developments. Our projects focus on high-quality finishes, attention to detail, and efficient project delivery. We are looking for someone who can become a valuable long-term part of the team and contribute to the continued growth of the business.

About the role: We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Bookkeeper / Accountant to join our growing residential construction and property development business.

This role is suited to someone with strong accounting and bookkeeping experience who can confidently manage financial administration, payroll, accounts management, and office coordination with minimal supervision. Experience within the construction industry is highly regarded due to the project-based nature of the work, including cost tracking, budget allocation, and supplier management.

You will work closely with the director and project teams to ensure the financial and administrative operations of the business run efficiently and accurately.

The ideal candidate is proactive, switched on, adaptable, and capable of taking ownership of their responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Bookkeeping & Accounting
Manage day-to-day bookkeeping tasks using Xero
Accounts payable and accounts receivable management
Payroll processing and payroll compliance
Bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
Assist with cash flow forecasting and financial reporting
Understanding and interpretation of profit & loss reporting and balance sheets
Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
Use Dext for invoice and document management
Construction Cost Control & Budget Allocation
Review and allocate supplier invoices against the correct projects, cost codes, and budgets
Work alongside project managers and construction teams to ensure costing accuracy
Assist with monitoring project expenditure and financial tracking
Identify inconsistencies, missing information, or cost allocation issues
Administration & Operational Support
General office administration and operational support
Management and organisation of business documentation and digital filing systems
Assist with scheduling, coordination, and administrative follow-ups where required
Support the business director and project teams with day-to-day operational tasks
Maintain organised workflows and ensure tasks are completed efficiently and accurately

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an accounting, bookkeeping, or finance administration role
• Construction industry experience highly regarded, but not essential
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and financial reporting
• Experience with payroll, accounts payable, and accounts receivable duties
• Strong proficiency with Xero
• Experience using Dext or similar document management software is preferred
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Reliable, accountable, and adaptable in a fast-moving business

Work Arrangement & Expectations

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to

Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work

Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)

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At Hunt St we help Australian companies directly hire top 5% remote talent in the Philippines. You will be hired directly by the client, typically as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.