Australian Individual Tax Accountant

INTEGRATED OFFICE SOLOUTIONS; Muntinlupa; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Career growth and development

Work-life balance

Collaborative and supportive team

Job summary

Integrated OS is seeking an Australian Individual Tax Accountant to manage a high volume of Australian individual tax returns for a global client base. The role requires experience with complex scenarios including rental properties, shares, and managed funds, and close collaboration with our Australian accounting team.

You will review pre-filling reports, ensure accuracy, and maintain organized working papers while meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent, practical experience preparing Australian individual income tax returns.
• Experience with Australian public practice or outsourcing taxation services to Australian accounting firms.
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax legislation and ATO requirements.
• Ability to prepare returns for salary and wage income, interest, dividends, rental properties, capital gains, and business income.
• Ability to prepare accurate tax calculations and supporting working papers.
• Good written and spoken English communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Australian individual income tax returns for a wide range of clients.
• Review ATO pre-filling reports and reconcile income and deduction information.
• Prepare returns involving salary and wages, interest, dividends and managed fund distributions.
• Prepare rental property income and expenditure schedules, including depreciation and borrowing expenses.
• Calculate capital gains and losses on shares, managed funds and investment properties.
• Identify missing information and communicate with clients and Australian accounting team.

Skills

Australian tax knowledge

English communication

Independent work

Attention to detail

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

APS Tax / APS Desktop Tax

Xero

MYOB

Job description

Hi there, our future Australian Individual Tax Accountant! Happy to see YOU here.

Here at Integrated OS, you'll be part of a team of passionate individuals who are committed to delivering exceptional offshoring services. Bringing in an array of skills and talents from different areas of business from Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Customer Service, and Marketing to Sales and Operations.

From humble beginnings, we have built our company from our first team member onwards. Initially, we were lending support to an Australian print manufacturer - The Lamson Group.

Since then, we have continued to uphold our core values and culture and developed a deeper understanding of how people need help to succeed in their goals. And YOU might be a part of this amazing growth as our team keeps growing above all expectations!

What you'll do:

The Australian Individual Tax Accountant will manage a high volume of individual income tax returns, ranging from straightforward salary and wage earners to more complex taxpayers with investment properties, share portfolios, capital gains, and business income.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Prepare Australian individual income tax returns for a wide range of clients.
• Review ATO pre-filling reports and reconcile relevant income and deductioninformation.
• Prepare returns involving salary and wages, interest, dividends and managedfund distributions.
• Prepare rental property income and expenditure schedules, includingdepreciation and borrowing expenses.
• Calculate capital gains and losses arising from the disposal of shares, managedfunds and investment properties.
• Prepare work-related deduction schedules and supporting working papers.
• Prepare individual tax returns involving sole trader or business income.
• Calculate personal superannuation contributions and relevant tax deductions.
• Identify missing information, inconsistencies and potential taxation issues.
• Communicate with the Australian accounting team regarding queries andoutstanding client information.
• Complete tax returns within agreed timeframes while maintaining a highstandard of accuracy.
• Maintain organised electronic working papers and supporting documentation.
  

Successful candidates must have:

Essentials

• Minimum 3 years of recent, practical experience preparing Australianindividual income tax returns.
• Experience working for an Australian public practice accounting firm or anoutsourcing company providing taxation services to Australian accounting firms.
• Strong knowledge of Australian individual income tax legislation and ATO requirements.
• Demonstrated experience preparing returns involving:
  • Salary and wage income
  • Work-related deductions
  • Interest and dividend income, including franking credits
  • Rental properties
  • Capital gains tax on shares and investment properties
  • Managed fund and trust distributions
  • Personal superannuation contribution deductions
  • Sole trader income and expenses

• Ability to prepare individual income tax returns independently, with completed work submitted for senior review.
• Experience reviewing and interpreting ATO pre-filling information.
• Ability to prepare accurate tax calculations and supporting working papers.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify errors, omissions and unusual transactions.
• Ability to manage a high volume of tax returns and meet deadlines without compromising accuracy.
• Good written and spoken English communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Australian tax preparation software.

Desirable

The following experience would be advantageous but is not essential:

• Experience using APS Tax / APS Desktop Tax.
• Experience using Xero, MYOB or other Australian accounting software.
• Experience preparing complex individual tax returns involving multipleinvestment properties or significant share portfolios.
• Knowledge of employee share schemes (ESS).
• Experience preparing foreign income and foreign tax offset calculations.
• Understanding of Australian tax residency rules.
• Experience with cryptocurrency capital gains tax calculations.
• Knowledge of Medicare levy surcharge, private health insurance adjustmentsand HELP/HECS repayments.
• Experience preparing returns for sole traders and small business owners.
• Familiarity with Division 293 tax and superannuation contribution limits.
• Experience preparing company, trust or partnership tax returns.Experience communicating directly with Australian accounting firms or theirclients.

Work Arrangements:

• Schedule: 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Philippine Time)
• Work Setup: Work Onsite
• Location: Parkway Corporate Center, Alabang, Muntinlupa City

What's in it for YOU?

At Integrated OS, we create career opportunities where you can thrive, grow, and make an impact.

• Competitive Salary & Benefits: Be rewarded for your expertise and dedication.
• Career Growth & Development: Work alongside international clients and gain valuable experience.
• Work-Life Balance: Our innovative activities, open communication channels and commitment to inclusivity make everyday exciting and rewarding!
• Collaborative & Supportive Environment: Be part of a passionate team that values innovation and teamwork.