Australian Tax Accountant

Task-Wise Va Consultancy Inc.; Camarines Norte; Vor Ort; PHP 720.000 - 960.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A consultancy firm in the Philippines is seeking an experienced Australian Tax Accountant to manage tax returns for trusts, companies, and partnerships. Responsibilities include preparing financial statements, ensuring compliance with Australian tax law, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate will have over 3 years of experience at an Australian accounting firm and be proficient in accounting software such as Xero, XPM, and APS. Strong attention to detail and analytical skills are essential for this role.

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years’ experience in Australian accounting.
• Proven skills in preparing tax returns and financial statements.
• Solid understanding of Australian tax law.

Aufgaben

• Prepare tax returns and financial statements for trusts, partnerships, and companies.
• Review Business Activity Statements (BAS) including PAYG obligations.
• Ensure compliance with legislation and accounting standards.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Xero

XPM

APS

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description

Australian Tax Accountant – Trusts, Companies, Partnerships & BAS Compliance

Job Overview

We are seeking a skilled Australian Tax Accountant with 3+ years of experience in preparing company, trust, and partnership tax returns, financial statements, and BAS. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with Australian tax legislation, manage inter‑entity structures, and assist with year‑end processes while liaising with clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare income tax returns and financial statements for:
  • Trusts (discretionary and unit trusts)
  • Partnerships
  • Group structures and inter‑entity relationships
• Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS), including:
  • PAYG Withholding
• Ensure compliance with Australian taxation legislation, ATO requirements, and accounting standards
• Assist with year‑end compliance processes, including work‑paper preparation and reconciliations
• Liaise with internal teams and/or clients to obtain information and clarify tax and accounting matters
• Identify and escalates tax issues, anomalies, or compliance risks as required
• Maintain accurate and well‑documented working papers in line with firm standards

Requirements

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years’ experience at an Australian accounting firm
• Hands‑on experience preparing:
  • Company tax returns and financial statements
  • Trust and partnership tax returns
  • Consolidated or group‑based structures
• Strong BAS experience, including GST and PAYG obligations
• Solid understanding of Australian tax law and compliance requirements
• Proficient with Australian accounting and tax software (e.g., Xero, XPM, APS)

Key Skills & Attributes:

• High attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Comfortable with structured processes and compliance frameworks
• Exposure to tax planning or advisory work