Xero Accountant
Job Description
About the Role
We are looking for a detail-oriented Xero Accountant to join our finance team. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Invoicing, Bank Reconciliation, Expense Claims and maintains accurate financial records while ensuring regulatory compliance. You will work closely with management and cross-functional teams to handle bookkeeping, reporting, and financial analysis using Xero.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and financial operations using Xero, including accounts payable, receivable, and general ledger.
- Prepare accurate financial statements, reports, and reconciliations in Xero on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Configure and manage modules including Invoicing, Bank Reconciliation, Expense Claims, Fixed Assets.
- Integrate with tools such as Xero HQ, Xero Workpapers, Xero API for streamlined financial workflows.
- Ensure compliance with applicable tax regulations, statutory requirements, and accounting standards.
- Process payroll, manage tax filings, and handle statutory deductions within Xero.
- Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
- Support internal and external audits by preparing schedules and documentation.
- Stay current with Xero updates and changes in accounting regulations.
- Mentor junior team members and establish best practices for financial processes.
Must-Have Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with Xero in a professional accounting role.
- Strong understanding of accounting principles (GAAP/IFRS) and financial reporting.
- Proficiency with Xero HQ, Xero Workpapers, Xero API, Hubdoc.
- Experience with tax compliance, GST/VAT filings, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Experience with bank reconciliations, month-end, and year-end closing processes.
- Ability to work independently in a remote-first environment.
Nice-to-Have Skills
- Certifications such as Xero Advisor Certification, Xero Payroll Certification.
- Experience with Fixed Assets, Payroll, Project Tracking.
- Professional accounting qualification (CA, CPA, CMA, or equivalent).
- Experience with multi-entity or multi-currency accounting.
- Knowledge of payroll processing and statutory compliance across jurisdictions.
- Experience with financial modelling, budgeting, or forecasting.
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