AU Tax Accountant - (Remote - Dayshift)

Pear Tree.

Manila

On-site

PHP 502,000 - 837,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive, market-rate compensation

Company-provided hardware (Laptop and…

Hands-on training for tax return

AU Working Hours (Dayshift)

Job summary

A Melbourne-based accounting and financial advisory firm is seeking a Full-Time Tax Accountant to manage Australian tax compliance and reporting for a diverse client base. Training for specific return filings will be provided, along with company hardware.

Responsibilities include CTRs, SARs, ITRs for companies, trusts, and individuals, as well as SMSF compliance. Strong English communication and Xero/Excel proficiency are essential; remote work with Australian hours.

Qualifications

Experience in Australian accounting and tax is a MUST.
Good English communication for client calls and emails.
Xero experience is essential; Excel proficiency required.
MYOB and QuickBooks experience preferred; BGL 360 preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and file CTRs and SARs in line with ATO requirements.
Prepare ITRs for individuals, trusts, and companies; identify deductions.
Prepare SMSF annual returns and annual financial reports.
Engage with Australian clients via phone and email with clear English communication.

Skills

Australian tax experience

Clear English communication

Xero

Microsoft Excel

MYOB

QuickBooks

BGL 360

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Excel

MYOB

QuickBooks

BGL 360

Job description

The client is an established Melbourne-based accounting and financial advisory firm dedicated to delivering tailored accounting, tax, and business services. Driven by values of honesty, professionalism, and diligence, they empower the clients by meeting compliance requirements and providing forward-thinking insights that support business growth and minimise risk.

Role Overview

The Full-Time Tax Accountant will manage a variety of Australian tax compliance and reporting tasks for our client base. Training for specific return completions will be provided, alongside company-supplied hardware (laptop and headset).

Responsibilities

Companies & Trusts Financials and Tax Compliance
- Prepare and complete year-end financial statements, profit & loss statements, and balance sheets for corporate entities and trust structures.
- Draft and file Company Income Tax Returns (CTR) and Trust Income Tax Returns in compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank transactions, inter-company balances, and year-end adjustments.
Individual Tax Returns
- Prepare and complete Individual Tax Returns (ITR) covering varied income streams (e.g., salary/wages, investment properties, capital gains, dividends, and interest).
- Identify and apply allowable tax deductions and work-related expenses to maximize tax accuracy and client outcomes.
Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Compliance
- Prepare annual financial reports, operating statements, and member statements for Self-Managed Super Funds.
- Draft and complete SMSF Annual Returns (SAR) ensuring alignment with ATO superannuation rules.
- Compile, organize, and summarize support documentation required for external SMSF audit processing.
Client Engagement & Communication
- Engage directly with Australian clients via phone and email using strong, clear English communication.
- Query clients directly to request missing documentation, clarify transaction details, and resolve account discrepancies.
- Provide clear updates on return progress and answer routine compliance and accounting inquiries professionally.

About the Company

Role Overview

Responsibilities

Companies & Trusts Financials and Tax Compliance
- Prepare and complete year-end financial statements, profit & loss statements, and balance sheets for corporate entities and trust structures.
- Draft and file Company Income Tax Returns (CTR) and Trust Income Tax Returns in compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) regulations.
- Reconcile general ledger accounts, bank transactions, inter-company balances, and year-end adjustments.
Individual Tax Returns
- Prepare and complete Individual Tax Returns (ITR) covering varied income streams (e.g., salary/wages, investment properties, capital gains, dividends, and interest).
- Identify and apply allowable tax deductions and work-related expenses to maximize tax accuracy and client outcomes.
Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF) Compliance
- Prepare annual financial reports, operating statements, and member statements for Self-Managed Super Funds.
- Draft and complete SMSF Annual Returns (SAR) ensuring alignment with ATO superannuation rules.
- Compile, organize, and summarize support documentation required for external SMSF audit processing.
Client Engagement & Communication
- Engage directly with Australian clients via phone and email using strong, clear English communication.
- Query clients directly to request missing documentation, clarify transaction details, and resolve account discrepancies.
- Provide clear updates on return progress and answer routine compliance and accounting inquiries professionally.

Requirements

Qualifications

Experience: Australian accounting and tax experience is a MUST.
Communication: Good English communication skills (a must for phone client interaction).
Software & Technical Skills:
- Xero experience Must
- Microsoft Excel proficiency Must
- Experience with MYOB and QuickBooks Preferred
- Experience with BGL 360 Preferred
Home Setup: Reliable high-speed internet connection for full-time operation during Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) business hours.