Job Description
Bookkeeper Job Description
We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and proactive bookkeeper to support our international operations. Our business operates across multiple countries and currencies, so the role requires someone who is confident in multi-currency bookkeeping, Xero, and working with a remote team.This is more than just data entry you'll be a key part of keeping our financial systems running smoothly, ensuring accuracy, and providing clarity to the leadership team.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Recordkeeping
- Manage bookkeeping across multiple currencies (USD, GBP, EUR, AED, SGD)
- Record all transactions accurately and promptly in Xero
- Maintain proper documentation of all receipts, invoices, and expense claims
Accounts Payable & Receivable
- Issue invoices, track due dates, and follow up on late payments
- Reconcile incoming payments from bank accounts, cards, PayPal, Stripe, and other platforms
- Ensure supplier/vendor invoices are recorded and paid on time
Banking & Reconciliation
- Reconcile multiple bank accounts across regions
- Handle foreign exchange entries and exchange rate adjustments
- Flag and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner
Reporting & Month-End
- Prepare end-of-month reconciliations for all accounts
- Generate clear monthly reports (P&L, balance sheet, cash flow)
- Provide variance analysis and highlight anomalies or concerns to management
Team Communication & Support
- Work closely with management and other departments to gather missing financial data
- Manage and prioritize a busy finance email inbox
- Respond promptly to queries from the team and external stakeholders
Compliance & Best Practices
- Ensure bookkeeping is always audit-ready
- Maintain proper categorization in line with VAT/GST rules where relevant
- Suggest improvements to bookkeeping processes and tools
Requirements
- Proven experience as a bookkeeper, accounts assistant, or similar role
- Proficiency with Xero (must-have)
- Experience handling multi-currency accounts and reconciliations
- Solid understanding of bookkeeping principles and accounting basics
- Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills (formulas, pivots a plus)
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills able to explain financial matters simply to non-finance colleagues
Preferred (Nice-to-Have)
- Experience with VAT/GST and international tax handling
- Background in working with small-to-medium businesses or startups
- Prior remote working experience in a fast-paced environment
- Familiarity with payment platforms (Stripe, Wise)
