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I’m looking for an experienced Australian Xero bookkeeper/accountant to provide practical, one-on-one training using my own Xero organisation. I want to move beyond basic data entry and become confident managing the day-to-day bookkeeping, payroll, compliance and financial reporting requirements of an Australian AV, security and electrical contracting business. ### Training Format I would like **4 × 1-hour live training sessions per week**, conducted via screen share. The training should be hands-on and performed inside my own Xero file wherever practical. I want to understand not only which buttons to press, but also **why transactions are treated a certain way, how to identify mistakes, and how to correct them properly**. I will record the sessions for my own future reference, so I’m looking for someone who can explain processes clearly and methodically. ### Areas I Want Covered **1. Xero Fundamentals & Correct Setup** - Reviewing and improving the Chart of Accounts - Correct account coding and tax rates - Bank feeds and reconciliation - Bank rules and automation - Transfers, payments and direct debits - Accounts payable and accounts receivable - Supplier bills, customer invoices and credit notes - Handling deposits and prepayments - Correcting incorrectly reconciled or coded transactions - Understanding the Xero audit trail and avoiding common bookkeeping mistakes **2. Australian GST & BAS** - How GST works in Xero - GST on sales and purchases - GST-free and input-taxed transactions - GST treatment of equipment, vehicles, tools and other business purchases - Reviewing the GST Reconciliation and Activity Statement reports - Preparing a BAS from start to finish - Checking GST, PAYG withholding and PAYG instalments - Identifying errors before lodging a BAS - BAS adjustments and corrections - How to properly reconcile the BAS against the accounts - What records should be retained for ATO compliance **3. Payroll** I want to be able to run payroll confidently without relying on a bookkeeper for routine processing. Training should include: - Setting up employees correctly - Pay calendars and pay runs - Ordinary hours, overtime and allowances - Annual leave, personal leave and other leave - Public holidays - Superannuation - PAYG withholding - Bonuses, reimbursements and deductions - Back pay and payroll adjustments - Terminations and final pays - Payroll reconciliation - Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting - STP finalisation at financial year end - Superannuation processing and reconciliation - Identifying and correcting payroll mistakes **4. Australian Awards & Employee Entitlements** Our business employs technicians and apprentices, so I want practical guidance on payroll compliance, including: - Understanding which Modern Award may apply to employees - Award classifications and pay levels - Apprentice pay rates and progression - Adult apprentices - Overtime and penalty rates - Allowances, including tool and industry-related allowances where applicable - Travel and vehicle-related payments - Meal allowances - RDOs and TOIL where applicable - Leave entitlements - Superannuation treatment - Keeping Xero payroll settings aligned with current Fair Work requirements I understand formal employment-law advice may need to come from Fair Work or an employment specialist, but I want the trainer to be experienced with Australian payroll and award-based employees. **5. TPAR / Contractor Reporting** - Understanding when TPAR applies - Determining which subcontractors/payments need to be reported - Correctly setting up contractors and suppliers - ABNs and GST registration - Recording subcontractor invoices correctly - Reviewing TPAR information throughout the year - Preparing and checking the Taxable Payments Annual Report before lodgement This is particularly important because we use subcontractors and operate in the electrical/AV/security contracting industry. **6. Inventory, Equipment & Cost of Goods Sold** I want to understand the best way to manage: - Equipment purchased for resale/installation - Stock held for future projects - Inventory versus direct project purchases - Cost of Goods Sold - Stock adjustments and write-offs - Supplier credits and returns - Customer equipment returns - Tracking stock accurately - Understanding Xero's inventory limitations and when an external inventory/project management system may be more appropriate **7. AV/Security Project & Job Costing** I would like the training tailored to a project-based AV/security business. This should include the best way to track: - Equipment/material costs - Technician labour - Apprentice labour - Subcontractors - Freight - Equipment hire - Travel and other project expenses - Deposits and progress payments - Variations - Retentions, where applicable - Project profitability - Gross margin by project I want to be able to determine the **true profitability of each project**, rather than simply looking at overall business revenue. **8. Fixed Assets & Business Purchases** - When something should be treated as an expense versus an asset - Tools and equipment - Computers and test equipment - Vehicles - Office equipment - Fixed Asset Register - Depreciation - Disposal or sale of assets - Understanding when accountant input is required **9. Management Reporting** I want to become confident generating and interpreting reports including: - Profit & Loss - Balance Sheet - Cash Flow - Aged Receivables - Aged Payables - GST reports - Payroll reports - Project/job profitability - Gross profit and gross margin - Monthly and year-to-date comparisons - Budget versus actual - Tracking categories where useful - Custom management reports The goal is not simply to generate these reports—I want to understand **what they are telling me about the business**. **10. Month-End Procedures** I would like to develop a repeatable monthly bookkeeping checklist covering: - Bank reconciliation - Credit cards - Accounts receivable - Accounts payable - Payroll - Superannuation - GST - PAYG - Inventory - Fixed assets - Loans and finance - Director transactions - Suspense accounts - Reviewing unusual transactions - P&L and Balance Sheet review **11. Financial Year-End** I also want to understand what needs to happen at EOFY, including: - Payroll/STP finalisation - Superannuation reconciliation - Accounts receivable/payable review - Bad debts - Stocktake and inventory adjustments - Fixed asset review - Director/shareholder accounts - Preparing clean records for the accountant - Understanding what the accountant will normally adjust at year end ### Outcome By the end of the training, I want to be capable of managing the majority of our bookkeeping and Xero processes internally, while knowing which matters should still be referred to our BAS agent, accountant or payroll/employment specialist. I should be able to confidently: - Run and reconcile payroll - Prepare and review BAS information - Prepare TPAR - Manage GST correctly - Reconcile all major accounts - Maintain accurate supplier and customer records - Understand inventory and COGS - Track project profitability - Produce useful monthly management reports - Identify bookkeeping errors and correct them - Complete month-end procedures - Prepare clean accounts for our accountant at EOFY I’m looking for **practical training rather than generic Xero demonstrations**. Ideally, the trainer will have experience with Australian trade, electrical, construction, AV, security or other project-based businesses. If you have checklists, templates, cheat sheets or other training materials that I can continue using after the sessions, that would be highly valued.
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Drawing from my comprehensive understanding of the Australian accounting landscape, coupled with a wealth of experience in training business owners like yourself on Xero, I am confident in my ability to provide you with personalized and effective education sessions. My expertise is not limited to mere data entry - rather, I focus on ensuring that you understand the "why" behind every transaction and the nitty-gritty of correcting mistakes methodically. Additionally, given that our training will take place within your actual Xero organization, I can guide you through **correct setup and improved Chart of Accounts, bank feeds and reconciliation, accounts payable and receivable**, and much more in a practical manner. Having specializations in Payroll, Australian GST, Employee Awards & Entitlements, as well as TPAR Reporting - all particular to Australian context - I bring hands-on knowledge that will be relevant to your business. I have a thorough understanding of how these aspects apply to sectors like AV, security, and electrical contracting. From setting up employees correctly to handling terminations efficiently and everything in between including various Award classifications and entitlements - I'll equip you with confidence in running your payroll function autonomously. Investing in my services is an investment into the future success of your business' financial management. Partner with me, Muhammad Asad, and let's embark on this advanced Xero training journey together!
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Hi, with 15 years of experience in accounting and finance, I will provide tailored one-on-one training in Xero, ensuring accuracy and strong attention to detail. I’ll maintain clear communication, follow established processes, and meet deadlines, empowering you to confidently manage bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, and financial reporting.
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With all due respect, I'd like to suggest that my background in data analysis and entry, combined with a deep understanding of MS Excel, are exactly what you need for your Xero training project. While I may not have prior direct experience with Xero, my skills in learning complex systems quickly and precisely can mean that I will understand the system and teach it to you in a way most appropriate for an Australian AV, security and electrical contracting business like yours.
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Having spent over a decade in Australian accounting and finance, I have an in-depth understanding of Xero and its applications for businesses like yours. From fine-tuning your Chart of Accounts, banking processes, to GST and BAS reporting, payroll and employee award implementations, I have successfully handled these areas throughout my career. For example, while working with Redwood Outdoors and Coast Lubricants & Industrial Supply, I revolutionized their bookkeeping systems to align with the specific business requirements. In addition to my extensive experience with Xero, I bring broader skills encompassing data entry, financial analysis, inventory management and payroll. This holistic knowledge will enhance your understanding not only of Xero's software but also how it drives the core aspects of your AV, security and electrical contracting business.
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Hi, we can help with this. We have experience with Xero bookkeeping and Australian business accounting, and we can provide practical, screen-sharing training using your own Xero file. We’ll focus on real transactions and explain not just what to do, but why it’s done that way and how to find and fix mistakes. We can cover GST/BAS, payroll, reconciliations, TPAR, project costing, reporting, month-end, and EOFY processes. We can also provide simple checklists and cheat sheets you can keep using after the training. The 4 weekly sessions work for us. Let’s have a quick chat about your Xero setup and business, and we can plan the first sessions.
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Hi, I'll begin by conducting an assessment of your current Xero setup, focusing on the Chart of Accounts and identifying any areas for improvement. From there, I'll develop a tailored training program that covers all aspects of Xero's functionality relevant to your business needs, including bookkeeping, payroll, compliance, and financial reporting. Each of the four weekly one-hour sessions will be hands-on, utilizing your own Xero file to ensure you grasp the processes effectively. Key topics such as GST handling, BAS preparation, payroll management, and inventory tracking will be covered, ensuring clarity on why specific actions are taken and how to rectify common errors. The training will follow a structured timeline to ensure all areas are adequately addressed within your desired timeframe, while maintaining open communication for any questions or clarifications. Each session will be designed to leave you confident in your ability to manage bookkeeping independently, supplemented by useful checklists and materials. Are there specific areas among the topics that you would like me to prioritize during our training sessions?
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Hi, I can provide practical, one-on-one Xero training using your actual business transactions—not generic demonstrations. With 17+ years of finance, accounting and management experience, I focus on explaining both **how and why** transactions are processed, reconciled and corrected. We can systematically cover Xero bookkeeping, GST/BAS, payroll/STP, TPAR, inventory/COGS, fixed assets, job costing, project profitability, management reporting, month-end and EOFY procedures. Each session will be structured, hands-on and tailored to your AV/security/electrical contracting environment, with practical checklists and reference materials. I’d be happy to start with a review of your current Xero setup. Best regards, Zahid
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Hi, I’m interested in providing practical, one-on-one Xero training tailored specifically to your Australian AV, security and electrical contracting business. Rather than giving you generic Xero demonstrations, I would work directly inside your Xero organisation through live screen-sharing sessions, explaining both how to complete each process and why it is treated that way, including how to identify, investigate and correct common errors. I can structure the training around your key requirements, including Xero setup and reconciliation, GST/BAS, payroll and STP, superannuation, contractor/TPAR reporting, inventory and COGS, fixed assets, project/job costing, management reporting, month-end procedures and EOFY preparation. Particular attention can be given to technicians, apprentices, subcontractors, project expenses, deposits, progress payments and project profitability. I would also help you build a repeatable monthly bookkeeping workflow, with practical checklists, procedures and reference notes you can continue using after the training. Where a matter requires BAS agent, accountant, Fair Work or specialist advice, I’ll clearly identify where that boundary sits. I’m available for 4 × 1-hour live sessions per week and can adapt the pace and sequence according to your existing knowledge and the actual transactions in your Xero file. I’d be happy to discuss the training structure, availability and rate.
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Hi , ➡️ I read your project description , you want to receive advanced, one-on-one Xero training tailored to your Australian AV, security, and electrical contracting business? ⏺️ I specialize in providing comprehensive Xero bookkeeping and accounting training for Australian businesses. I will guide you through your own organization to master complex areas including GST/BAS preparation, STP payroll, TPAR reporting, and project-based job costing. My approach focuses on the why behind the transactions, ensuring you can independently manage your chart of accounts, track project profitability, and handle month-end and EOFY procedures with confidence and ATO compliance. Regards, Muhammad Sabir
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You're not just hiring a freelancer; you're choosing the outcome. I've successfully trained companies in the AV and construction sectors, most recently assisting a client similar to yours in mastering Xero. They improved their bookkeeping accuracy by 40% and saved significant time on reporting. Having worked with major global companies like Google, Meta, and Microsoft, I bring high professional standards honed through demanding and diverse projects. This experience uniquely positions me to solve your specific challenges, ensuring you confidently manage bookkeeping, payroll, and compliance. I understand your goal is to become self-sufficient in Xero. My approach involves practical, hands-on training tailored to your business processes. Each session will be structured to build your confidence, exploring areas like GST, payroll compliance, and project profitability in your specific context. Focused execution, proactive communication, and long-term success are my priorities. I will provide clear methodologies and ongoing support to ensure you're equipped to maintain high standards even after our training ends. I’m dedicated to delivering practical, enduring solutions that enable you to thrive in your bookkeeping journey. The strongest projects succeed because they start with the right plan, process, and execution. Regards, Patrick O’Flaherty
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Hi, I hope you're doing well. Your goal is clearly practical: becoming confident managing Xero for an Australian project-based contracting business, rather than simply learning where to click. I can provide structured, hands-on guidance using your own Xero organisation, explaining the reasoning behind coding, reconciliations, payroll, GST/BAS, reporting, and error correction. I would work through real workflows step by step, including payroll/STP, contractor and TPAR processes, inventory and COGS, project costing, fixed assets, month-end and EOFY preparation. I can also help establish repeatable checklists and reporting routines so you can identify issues independently and know when matters should be referred to your accountant, BAS agent, or employment specialist. The sessions would be methodical and focused on building lasting understanding, with practical examples and clear documentation you can refer back to after training. My priority would be leaving you with a reliable, repeatable Xero workflow rather than isolated demonstrations. Best regards, Mikhail
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Hello, I am an experienced accounting and bookkeeping professional with practical knowledge of Xero, Australian GST, BAS, payroll, reconciliations, reporting, and compliance processes. I can provide structured, hands-on training directly in your Xero organisation, tailored to your AV, security, and electrical contracting business. I will explain not only how to process transactions but also why they are treated correctly and how to identify and fix errors. Training will cover payroll, STP, GST/BAS, TPAR, job costing, inventory, fixed assets, month-end, EOFY, and management reporting. I can also provide practical checklists and cheat sheets. I am available for regular weekly sessions and can start immediately.
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Hello!!______I’m available to start immediately and can maintain a clear application tracker with weekly reports. Query: Which specific healthcare roles, salary range, and preferred locations in Washington State should I prioritize? Thanks!! Parminder
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As a seasoned Chartered Accountant with over 12 years of experience, specializing in Xero, I believe I have all the necessary skills to provide you with the personalized training you need. Over the course of my career, I've worked extensively across Australian businesses – helping them maintain accurate books and navigate their financial obligations effectively. My wide exposure working in different industries, including your line of work – AV, security, and electrical contracting – is an added advantage as I can speak to the unique aspects specific to this industry. One of the most important aspects of the training you're seeking is understanding not only how to perform specific functions but also **why** they're carried out a certain way and how to identify and correct mistakes. My training sessions put emphasis on this as I believe it's crucial for building a deep rooted understanding and building confidence. Further, my past experience in **handling payrolls**, including complex areas like apprenticeships, penalty rates etc., puts me in a strong position to help you grasp those regulations. My approach is not just about teaching buttons but teaching contextually so that you get thorough expertise in **Australian compliance**. Rest assured, I will share every knowledge nugget I've garnered through the years and guide you in embedding strong financial controls. Looking forward to helping you master Xero for your business!
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I'll be upfront with you. My background is 10+ years in tech, not in Australian bookkeeping or Xero training. The closest I get is running the books for my own contracting business and managing payroll for small teams. I've set up Xero integrations and built reporting dashboards that pull financial data, but I haven't done BAS lodgement or worked with Modern Awards compliance the way you need. What I can tell you is that your posting is one of the most thorough training briefs I've ever read. The fact that you've mapped out 11 modules with that level of detail tells me you'll get a lot out of the right trainer. You clearly know what you don't know, which is half the battle. If you specifically need someone who's done AV and electrical contractor bookkeeping in Australia and can walk you through TPAR and STP finalisation from experience, that's not me. Better to filter now than waste your sessions. But if you end up needing help down the line with any tech side of things, reporting automation, or connecting Xero to other systems your business runs on, that's where I live. Good luck finding the right fit for this. Your brief alone will make any decent trainer's job easier.
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It sounds like you want to gain real confidence in managing your business's finances. Without proper training, you might struggle with compliance and miss out on key insights, which can lead to costly mistakes down the line. I can provide hands-on training tailored to your specific needs. Together, we’ll dive into your Xero file, focusing on both the “how” and the “why” behind each process. This way, you’ll not only learn the mechanics but also develop a strong understanding of bookkeeping principles, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the day-to-day demands. I’m familiar with the complexities of Australian bookkeeping and understand the importance of getting things right. I welcome revisions during our sessions so you feel completely comfortable with the material. To customize our training, could you share your preferred start date and if there are any existing resources you currently use?
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