Construction Bookkeeper Xero

Job Overview

This is a construction-focused accounting support role, not a generic VA or junior bookkeeping position. The successful candidate will support day-to-day construction accounting, job costing, WIP reporting, invoicing, and financial administration, working closely with the Managing Director, General Manager, and Contract Administration function.

The ideal candidate is proactive, self-sufficient, highly capable in Xero and Excel, comfortable running accounting tasks end-to-end, confident working without micromanagement, timeline- and organization-driven, strong on follow-through and closing tasks, and capable of creating, understanding, and maintaining WIP reports. This person values ownership, structure, and accuracy.

Schedule:

• 9:00 am to 6:00 pm Sydney (40 hours per week)

Independent Contractor Perks

• Permanent Work from Home
• Immediate Hiring
• Health Insurance Coverage

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping in Xero
• Maintain accurate job costing across projects
• Prepare, update, and interpret Work in Progress (WIP) reports
• Ensure WIP aligns with job costs, progress claims, and variations
• Track committed vs actual project costs
• Process supplier and subcontractor invoices
• Match invoices to purchase orders, approved costs, and variations
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Assist with client invoicing, progress claims, and variation invoicing
• Track accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding payments
• Assist with payroll processing where required
• Support BAS and GST preparation (administrative support only)
• Maintain structured financial filing and archiving systems
• Document accounting workflows and contribute to finance playbooks

Mandatory Experience & Skills (Non-Negotiable)

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in construction accounting or bookkeeping
• Experience supporting residential construction businesses
• Advanced Xero proficiency (essential)
• High-level Excel competency (WIP, job costing, reconciliations)
• Demonstrated ability to prepare and interpret WIP reports
• Strong understanding of job costing, progress claims, and variations

Side Note:

This is a permanent work-from-home role under an Independent Contractor arrangement. Candidates must have their own computer and reliable internet connection, and are responsible for their own taxes and benefits. Professional hourly fees are established based on your performance in the application process.

Reminder:

Please follow the provided link to BruntWork’s Career Site to finish your initial application requirements, including the assessment questions, technical check, and voice recording. Submissions with all requirements fulfilled will receive priority review.