AU Senior Accountant - Cebu

TOA Global; Cebu City; Remote; PHP 1,060,000 - 1,774,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Tenure reward

HMO & life insurance

Day shift stability

Remote work from Clark

Advanced career path

Job summary

TOA Global in Cebu City, Philippines, is seeking a Senior Accountant to own complex multi-entity accounting, tax, and compliance tasks. You will work with a modern tech stack focusing on Xero ledger, XPM, and timely financial reporting.

The ideal candidate has 4–5 years Australian taxation/public practice experience, strong English communication, and a stable work history. This role offers a 100% remote arrangement and opportunities to advance in a global network.

Qualifications

• 4 to 5 years of dedicated Australian taxation and public practice experience.
• Stable professional employment history, with a commitment to staying at least 18 months per tenure.
• Advanced proficiency in using Xero and XPM, with strong GST reconciliation and payroll skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English communication.

Responsibilities

• Draft multi-entity financial statements and GL working papers.
• Review and reconcile GST, BAS, and IAS with end-to-end ownership.
• Prepare draft income tax returns for Individuals, Partnerships, Trusts, and Companies.
• Support Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) and assist with tax planning initiatives.
• Utilize Xero and XPM for bank reconciliations and documentation management.
• Provide SMSF compliance support and tracking.
• Maintain clear, professional communication with management and internal teams.

Skills

Australian taxation

Public practice experience

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accountancy

Tools

Xero

XPM

Active Workpapers

Class Super

Job description

Shift: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM PHT

Salary Range: Php 95,000 - Php 159,000

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.

As a Senior Accountant, you are a critical technical engine for our partners. This role is designed for a professional who has moved beyond basic data processing and is ready to take full ownership of a diverse array of complex entity structures and specialized reporting. Utilizing a modern accounting tech stack, you will focus heavily on Xero ledger command, multi‑entity financial statement compilation, and comprehensive compliance reporting to deliver precise, senior‑ready financial packages.

Your Impact

• Financial Statement & GL Mastery: Formulate and draft accurate financial statements and structural working papers for multi‑entity clients, including Companies, Trusts, and Partnerships. Lead general ledger maintenance and manage fixed asset registers to bring complex accounts to a clean Trial Balance stage.
• Confidents GST & BAS Management: Review, analyze, and reconcile GST balances confidently. Take end‑to‑end ownership of the preparation and processing of Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Multi‑Entity Tax Preparation: Prepare draft income tax returns for a wide variety of structures, including Individuals, Partnerships, Trusts, and Companies, ensuring strict alignment with regulatory taxation benchmarks.
• Advanced Tax & Strategic Compliance: Support the team with the preparation of Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns and assist with preliminary tax planning initiatives to maximize client outcomes.
• Digital Ecosystem Mastery: Serve as a power user of Xero and XPM, handling bank reconciliations and digital file management. Leverage modern accounting tools such as Active Workpapers to organize documentation and track files seamlessly.
• SMSF Compliance Support: Provide fundamental operational support for Self‑Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) compliance tracking and reporting workflows utilizing CLASS software systems.
• Clear Stakeholder Communication: Maintain professional, high‑quality verbal and written English communication with management and internal teams, ensuring technical file queries, statuses, and data gaps are clearly articulated.

What You Bring

• The Experience: 4 to 5 years of dedicated Australian taxation and public practice experience (New Zealand experience is also highly valued). You possess a proven track record of handling end‑to‑end accounting compliance cycles.
• Employment Stability: A stable professional employment history, with a demonstrated commitment of staying with a company for at least 18 months per tenure.
• Core Technical Skill Set: Advanced proficiency in using Xero and XPM, with a strong ability to confidently reconcile GST accounts, process payroll, and prepare clean financial workpapers.
• Communication Prowess: Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills, with the clarity and confidence required to document and discuss intricate financial queries.
• The "Nice-to-Haves": Prior hands‑on experience using Active Workpapers, some functional exposure to Class Super software, or a background processing FBT returns and assisting with active tax planning is a major competitive advantage.
• The Credentials: A Bachelor's degree in Accountancy or a related financial discipline; intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel data skills are required.

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 Stability: Enjoy a stable schedule that respects your work‑life balance, keeps your weekends completely free, and aligns perfectly with business operational hours.
• 100% Remote Work Flexibility: Enjoy the comfort and convenience of working full‑time from home out of Clark or surrounding areas, saving time and money on daily commutes.
• Advanced Technical Trajectory: Build elite specialization by mastering complex trust accounting, active working paper frameworks, corporate tax planning, and superannuation administration within a premier global network.