Bookkeeper (Senior)

Bookkeeper (Senior)

Location: Philippines

Work Arrangement: Remote, Full-time

Shift: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PHT

Salary Range: Php 72,000 – Php 81,000

Unlock Your Potential! 

At TOA Global, we have a deep commitment to empowering individuals to excel in their enterprises, careers, and communities. Our global footprint stretches across Australia, New Zealand, North America, and the Philippines, supporting our global clients across the accounting, finance, and professional services industries. 

We are seeking a high-EQ, systems-minded Senior Bookkeeper to serve as the operational right-hand to a Practice Principal for a growing New Zealand accounting firm. You will take full ownership of end-to-end practice workflows, capacity management, team mentorship, and complex New Zealand GST and Xero technical reviews.

Your Impact

• Practice Operations & Workflow Management: Drive end-to-end task allocation, monitor client deliverables, manage capacity bottlenecks, and maintain strict tracking of recurring GST, income tax, and IRD compliance calendars.

• Process Standardization & IRD Oversight: Oversee IRD notice queues to ensure prompt action while continuously refining, standardizing, and documenting practice workflows as the firm expands.

• People Leadership & Client Engagement: Mentor and upskill team members in an empathetic, supportive environment while communicating directly with NZ clients to gather information and explain compliance requirements.

• Technical Review & Quality Control: Take ownership of the recurring GST cycle, review completed financial data and tax submissions for high technical accuracy, and resolve complex Xero issues.

What You Bring

• The Experience: 4 to 7 years of hands-on experience within a New Zealand public practice, accounting, or bookkeeping firm environment.

• NZ Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of New Zealand tax compliance, GST rules, IRD obligations, and advanced mastery of Xero.

• Operations & Leadership Acumen: Proven track record in workflow oversight, capacity planning, team mentorship, and clear performance communication.

• Core Competencies: High emotional intelligence (EQ), systems-oriented mindset, proactive problem-solving abilities, and exceptional written and verbal English communication skills.

Why You’ll Love It Here

We believe in rewarding high achievers with a work environment that fuels both professional growth and personal well-being.

• Time for You: Enjoy 21 Total Annual Service Incentive Leaves, flexible to use for travel, emergencies, or anything you may need for your “Me time.”

• Tenure Recognition Program: Celebrate your milestones with us; on your 2nd year, choose between a cash reward or one free HMO dependent.

• Health & Security: Comprehensive HMO and Life Insurance coverage from day one.

• Day Shift Balance: Enjoy a stable daytime schedule, keeping your evenings and weekends completely free.

• Work From Home Freedom: Enjoy the ultimate flexibility of a 100% remote work arrangement from anywhere in the Philippines.

• Practice Leadership Pathway: Position yourself for Practice Manager and Operational Director roles by taking full ownership of workflow systems, team development, and key client relationships.