Accountant (Intermediate)

TOA Global; Cebu City; Hybrid; PHP 837,000 - 1,049,000; Full time

Job summary

TOA Global in Cebu, Philippines, is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to support an Australian accounting and advisory firm. You will manage compliance and financial reporting for a portfolio of business clients and family entities, leveraging AI tools to turn financial data into visual, decision-ready insights for partner meetings.

Key responsibilities include Xero bookkeeping and file quality, BAS/IAS preparation, annual reporting and tax returns, inter-entity accounting with Division 7A, and

Qualifications

• Advanced Xero bookkeeping, reporting, and workpapers.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience preparing BAS/IAS and Australian tax returns.
• Understanding Division 7A compliance and inter-entity loans.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile client files in Xero to review-ready standards including bank feeds, payroll, and period-end adjustments.
• Prepare and review BAS and IAS with accurate GST and PAYG handling.
• Prepare annual financial statements, trust distributions, and tax returns for entities and individuals.
• Manage inter-entity accounting, inter-company loans, and Division 7A compliance.
• Use AI tools to analyze performance data and create client-ready advisory reports.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

English communication

AI proficiency

Australian tax expertise

Division 7A knowledge

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Cebu, Philippines
Work Arrangement: Hybrid, Full-time
Shift: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM PHT
Salary Range: Php 75,000 - Php 94,000

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 technically strong Intermediate Accountant to join an Australian accounting and advisory firm. You will manage compliance and financial reporting for a portfolio of business clients and family entities. Beyond standard compliance, you will leverage cutting-edge AI tools to transform financial data into visual, decision-ready insights for partner advisory meetings.

Your Impact

Xero Bookkeeping & File Quality: Reconcile client files to a review-ready standard in Xero-including bank feeds, payroll, clearing accounts, and end-of-period adjustments-leveraging AI for quality checks.

Activity Statements & Compliance: Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Income Activity Statements (IAS), ensuring accurate GST, PAYG withholding, and PAYG instalments.

Annual Reporting & Tax Preparation: Prepare annual financial statements, trust distribution strategies, and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, individuals, and SMSFs alongside thorough workpapers.

Inter-Entity Accounting & Division 7A: Manage multi-entity group structures, account for inter-company loans, eliminate inter-entity transactions, and apply Division 7A requirements (minimum repayments, benchmark interest rates, and loan agreements).

AI Analysis & Presentation Design: Utilize AI tools to analyze performance data, identify trends/risks, and produce visual PowerPoint presentations, board packs, and client reports to support partner advisory.

What You Bring

Software Mastery: Advanced, hands-on proficiency in Xero (bookkeeping, reporting, and workpapers) alongside advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.

Australian Tax Expertise: Demonstrated track record preparing BAS/IAS, annual accounts, and tax returns under Australian tax legislation

Division 7A & Group Structures: Strong understanding of inter-company/inter-entity loan mechanics, group consolidation principles, and Division 7A compliance rules.

AI Proficiency: Practical, confident experience leveraging AI tools to automate reconciliations, evaluate financial data, and surface business insights.

Core Competencies: Strong attention to visual detail, excellent time management against statutory deadlines, and clear written and verbal English communication.

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.

Hybrid Work Flexibility: Combine the collaboration of in-office work in Cebu with the convenience of working from home.

AI-Powered Advisory Advancement Pathway: Elevate your accounting career beyond compliance by mastering AI-driven financial analysis, advisory board reporting, and Australian tax strategies alongside industry leaders.