Accountant (Australian Tax & BGL)

iScale Solutions, Inc.; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

iScale Solutions, Inc. seeks an entry-level accounting professional with a foundation in Australian taxation. You will assist with financial statements, tax returns, BAS/IAS, and client advisory tasks under senior supervision.

The role emphasizes learning across software like Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks, with strong focus on accuracy, communication, and growth within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or commerce required.
• CA or CPA qualification underway or willing to undertake studies preferred.
• Fresh graduate to 2 years' experience in Australian public practice accounting.
• Familiarity with cloud accounting ecosystems (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and tax software.
• Strong eagerness to learn, exceptional communication, motivation, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Prepare basic to intermediate year-end financial statements under senior supervision.
• Assist in preparing tax returns for all entity types, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare BAS and IAS efficiently for review.
• Assist Directors and Senior Accountants with background research and notes on client tax queries.
• Produce clear, accurate workpapers for senior staff review.
• Incorporate feedback to develop tax knowledge and technical competency.
• Liaise with clients and handle routine Australian Taxation Office inquiries.
• Help prepare management reports, cash flow schedules, and admin support for client projects.

Skills

Eagerness to learn

Communication skills

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Business, or Commerce

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

HandiSoft/APS

Job description

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Commerce.
• Certification: CA or CPA qualification (commenced, or willingness to undertake CA/CPA studies preferred).
• Experience: Fresh graduate to 2 years of experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm.
• Software: Familiarity or experience with modern cloud accounting ecosystems (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and tax preparation software.
• Soft Skills: Strong eagerness to learn, exceptional communication skills, high motivation, and a sharp eye for detail.

Responsibilities:

Financial & Tax Compliance

• Financial Statements: Prepare basic to intermediate end-of-year financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, trusts, and companies under senior supervision.
• Tax Returns: Assist in preparing tax returns across all entity types, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant legislation.
• Activity Statements: Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS) efficiently for review.
• Tax Advisory Support: Assist Directors and Senior Accountants with background research and drafting notes on client tax queries.

Quality & Professional Development

• Workpaper Preparation: Produce clear, accurate, and structured workpapers to allow for efficient review by senior staff.
• Feedback & Growth: Actively incorporate review feedback from senior team members to develop technical competency and tax knowledge.

Client & Stakeholder Support

• Liaison: Assist with routine client follow-ups and basic inquiries with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).
• Ad-Hoc Support: Help prepare management reports, cash flow schedules, and administrative support for client advisory projects.

Key Selection Criteria (Foundational Knowledge & Experience)

To be successful in this entry-level role, you should possess a solid foundational understanding of Australian taxation principles and an eagerness to apply them hands-on:

Basic Tax Knowledge:

• Division 7A (Div7A): General understanding of shareholder loan implications.
• Goods and Services Tax (GST) & BAS: Practical exposure to GST rules and preparing activity statements.
• Personal Services Income (PSI) & Non-Commercial Losses: Understanding basic principles and applicability.
• Entity Structures: Familiarity with how sole traders, partnerships, trusts, and companies operate for tax purposes.

Analytical Skills:

Strong numerical accuracy and an appetite for researching complex technical questions under guidance.

Software Aptitude:

Willingness and speed in learning public practice tax and accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, or HandiSoft/APS).