Intermediate Accountant (Nz/Au Experience)

Company; Philippines; Remote; PHP 71,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Independent contractor agreement

Job summary

Company, a NZ-based Certified B Corp accounting and advisory firm, is seeking an Intermediate Accountant with NZ/AU experience to manage NZ compliance work and annual financial statements.

You will handle tax returns for a diverse client portfolio, work from a 100% remote setup under an Independent Contractor Agreement, and collaborate with BDMs to ensure compliant submissions. The role offers coaching and exposure to scaling businesses, with ASAP start options.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years accounting experience, NZ/AU compliance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of annual compliance workflows and reconciliations.
• Proficient with Xero, Xero Practice Manager, Word, and Excel.
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or working toward a professional credential.

Responsibilities

• Handle NZ compliance work and annual financial statements.
• Prepare and file periodic tax returns.
• Perform complex reconciliations and financial analysis.
• Liaise with clients and internal teams to ensure accuracy.
• Maintain high-quality documentation and QA checks.

Skills

Accounting experience

NZ/AU compliance

Reconciliations

Xero

Xero Practice Manager

Microsoft Word

Excel

Bachelor degree

Professional qualification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Pursuing professional qualification

Tools

CCH

FYI

Job description

Intermediate Accountant (NZ/AU Experience)

Salary: ₱2,000 - 2,200 yearly

Company : Company Job Type : Full Time Philippines

Job Description - Intermediate Accountant (NZ/AU Experience)

Description

Position: INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTANT

Salary range: $2000-2200 NZD (The final amount will be at the client's discretion based on the candidate’s skills and experience)

Working Hours: Following NZ business hours (Full-time); 5am-2pm PHT

Work set-up: 100% Remote work under Independent Contractor Agreement

Holidays: TBD

Target Start Date: ASAP

About the Company

This company is a Certified B Corp accounting, tax, and business growth advisory firm based in New Zealand, with locations in Auckland, Wānaka, and Queenstown. Founded in 2015, the firm caters to a diverse range of clients, including scaling businesses, non-profits, funded startups, property investors, and high-net-worth individuals. They specialize in bridging the gap between corporate-level financial strategy and everyday business needs across sectors like tech, construction, and consumer goods.

Role Overview

As anIntermediate Accountant,you will manage vital New Zealand compliance work, annual financial statements, and periodic tax returns for a diverse portfolio of clients. This is an exceptional opportunity to take ownership of complex workflows, receive high-quality coaching, and directly contribute to the financial success of scaling businesses and progressive investors.

Responsibilities:

• Scenario Analysis: Evaluate complex residential lending scenarios across a diverse range of client portfolios, including PAYG, self-employed, company, trust, and SMSF applications.
• Financial Assessment: Review and verify tax returns, financial statements, Business Activity Statements (BAS), payslips, and comprehensive supporting documentation.
• Serviceability & Risk Evaluation: Analyze borrowing capacity (servicing), outstanding liabilities, living expenses, and credit histories to identify policy issues, lender risks, and potential submission challenges.
• Strategic Lender Recommendations: Research lender policies and liaise with Business Development Managers (BDMs) to recommend the most suitable lenders based on policy compliance, serviceability, and client goals.
• Loan Structuring & Summaries: Prepare clear, high-quality credit recommendations and scenario summaries for brokers while assisting with structural design and overall submission strategy.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct meticulous pre-submission quality assurance checks, collaborating with the processing team to ensure all files are complete, accurate, and completely submission-ready.

Qualifications (Must-Haves)

• Experience: A minimum of 2–3 years of accounting experience, ideally gained within a public practice environment focused on New Zealand or Australian compliance.

• Technical Proficiency: Strong working knowledge of annual compliance workflows and confidence in performing complex reconciliations.
• Software Skills: Proven proficiency in Xero, Xero Practice Manager, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Education: Undergraduate/Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or actively working toward a professional accounting qualification

Preferred Skills & Technologies (Nice-to-Haves)

• Previous experience working with CCH and FYI software platforms.
• A strong client-service mindset with the ability to build and maintain professional, positive relationships.
• High level of accountability, including the ability to manage workload effectively to meet strict deadlines.