AU Accounting and SMSF Accounting Specialist (Homebased)

Outsourced Global Staff; Philippines; Remote; PHP 1,152,000 - 1,793,000; Full time

Job summary

Outsourced Global Staff in the Philippines is seeking an AU Accounting and SMSF Specialist (Homebased) to support an Australian tax practice with Xero, reconciliations, journals and SMSF work. This is a full-time remote role requiring strong accuracy and the ability to work independently.

You will handle client data processing, prepare journals, perform reconciliations, and assist with SMSF accounting using BGL, with regular online collaboration via Teams or Zoom.

Qualifications

• Intermediate-level accounting capability with experience in journals and reconciliations.
• Familiarity with Xero as primary accounting platform.
• Ability to work independently after training and deliver review-ready work.
• Experience with SMSF accounting using BGL is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process client accounting data and journals.
• Complete reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Maintain organized working papers for director review.
• Assist with SMSF accounting using BGL and related schedules.
• Communicate with clients via Teams/Zoom during onboarding and follow-ups.

Skills

Intermediate accounting

Journals and reconciliations

Independent work

Xero proficiency

SMSF accounting support

Attention to detail

Confidential data handling

Communication

Education

Accounting degree or equivalent

CPA qualification or progress

Tools

Xero

BGL

Microsoft Teams/Zoom

Job description

AU Accounting and SMSF Accounting Specialist (Homebased)
Full Time Employee

Job Summary

Seeking an Accounting Specialist skilled in Xero, reconciliations, journals, and SMSF support, with strong accuracy and independent work skills

Job Description

About The Client

The client is an Australian accounting and tax practice supporting a varied client base, including individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs).

The practice is seeking an intermediate-level accounting professional who can take ownership of assigned work, follow established procedures, and prepare accurate work for the Director’s review. This is a hybrid accountant and bookkeeper position, with bookkeeping responsibilities expected to expand as the successful candidate becomes familiar with the practice.

Position Purpose

Provide dependable accounting production support that reduces the Director’s involvement in routine preparation and processing, while maintaining accuracy, confidentiality, and clear documentation.
Following training on the practice’s standard operating procedures, the successful candidate should be able to progress assigned work independently to the review stage, identify gaps in client information, and raise questions early rather than requiring continuous supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounting Preparation and Client Data Processing
• Enter and maintain client accounting information accurately, including data supplied by clients who do not use Xero.
• Review source records for completeness and consistency before processing.
• Prepare manual journal entries with appropriate supporting explanations and documentation.
• Complete assigned account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Organise supporting schedules and working papers so that the Director can review the work efficiently.
• Document assumptions, missing information, and matters requiring clarification.
• Apply the practice’s procedures consistently across assigned client files.

Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) Accounting Support

• Assist with assigned SMSF accounting work using BGL and the practice’s established procedures.
• Process relevant fund data and supporting records within the scope allocated by the Director.
• Prepare reconciliations and supporting schedules for review.
• Identify incomplete documentation, unusual transactions, or unresolved balances and elevate them promptly.
• Keep SMSF files organised and maintain a clear trail of work completed and outstanding queries.

Bookkeeping, Introduced Progressively

• Take on bookkeeping responsibilities as familiarity with the practice’s systems and client requirements develops.
• Maintain accurate transaction records and complete routine reconciliations.
• Identify coding issues, missing documentation, and transactions requiring review.
• Keep client records organised and ready for subsequent accounting work.
• Coordinate with the Director and existing bookkeeping support to avoid duplicated work or missed tasks.

Work Ownership and Review Readiness

• Manage allocated tasks through to a clearly documented review-ready stage.
• Perform self-checks before submitting work to the Director.
• Maintain an up-to-date record of task status, outstanding information, and agreed deadlines.
• Separate routine matters that can be resolved independently from matters requiring technical guidance.
• Incorporate review feedback into future work and update procedure notes where agreed.
• Communicate promptly when a deadline is at risk or a task cannot proceed.

Communication and Collaboration

• Maintain frequent communication with client during onboarding, using Teams or Zoom as agreed.
• Be available for daily check-ins initially if needed, with the cadence adjusted as independence develops.
• Arrange mutually suitable discussions for complex work rather than relying solely on written handovers.
• Provide concise updates covering completed work, current priorities, questions, and blockers.
• Work as a connected member of the practice, despite being based offshore.

Confidentiality and Information Security

• Handle Australian client financial and personal information confidentially.
• Follow the practice’s and Outsourced’s approved data protection, access, and information-handling procedures.
• Use only approved systems and channels for accessing, storing, and sharing client information.
• Keep access credentials secure and report suspected security incidents promptly.
• Maintain a professional, secure working environment appropriate for sensitive financial work.

Must-Have Requirements

• Intermediate-level accounting capability, beyond an entry-level or junior profile.
• Practical experience with journals, reconciliations, and client accounting data processing.
• Ability to work independently after training on the practice’s procedures, while submitting completed work for Director review.
• Familiarity with Xero as the practice’s primary accounting platform.
• Ability to support SMSF-related accounting work and learn the practice’s BGL workflows.
• Clear communication, willingness to ask focused questions, and responsiveness to feedback.
• Strong attention to detail and a responsible approach to confidential client information.
• Availability for a full-time, 40-hour working week and agreed collaboration times.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications and Experience

• A degree in Accounting, Accountancy, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical accounting experience.
• Experience supporting an Australian accounting practice or an Australian client portfolio.
• Working knowledge of Australian accounting and tax terminology relevant to assigned work.
• Proficiency in spreadsheets for reconciliations, data checks, and working papers.
• Experience working with multiple client files and managing competing deadlines.
• CPA qualification or progress toward a relevant professional qualification.

Prior BGL experience is useful but not essential, as training can be provided. Candidates should not be excluded solely for lacking BGL experience if their accounting fundamentals and learning ability are strong.

A fixed minimum number of years’ experience has deliberately not been imposed. Selection should focus on demonstrated intermediate-level capability and independence.

Systems and Tools

• Xero: Primary accounting platform.
• BGL: Used for SMSF work; the exact BGL product and modules should be confirmed.
• Microsoft Teams or Zoom: Training, regular communication, and technical discussions.
• Practice Procedures and Training Materials: Provided by client to support consistent execution.

Other practice‑management, document‑management, or tax systems should be added once confirmed.

Work Location

• Homebased
• Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM Manila | 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM AEST
• Should have strong internet connection (minimum of 20 mbps)

Note:

As part of our recruitment process, we conduct a background check on all hired candidates. Please ensure that all required documents are prepared and submitted promptly.