Remote - Experienced Australian Accountant

Private Advertiser; Manila; Remote; PHP 3,085,000 - 3,967,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser, a dynamic Australian-based accounting, tax, and advisory practice, seeks an experienced Accountant for a remote role serving Australian clients.

You will handle taxation, compliance, financial reporting, BAS, GST, PAYGW, and day-to-day accounting using Xero. This contractor position offers long-term partnership, competitive benefits, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in Australian public practice or accounting firms.
• Deep working knowledge of Australian tax laws, BAS, GST, and payroll.
• Strong communication skills, written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities.
• Collaborative team player with growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Taxation & Compliance: prepare company, trust, partnership, and individual tax returns.
• Financial Reporting: prepare working papers and full financial statements.
• Activity Statements: BAS preparation and compliance.
• Day-to-Day Accounting: manage income, expenses and payroll.
• GST & PAYGW: apply GST and PAYG withholding knowledge.
• Software Management: daily use of Xero to streamline client workflows.

Skills

2+ years Australian practice

Xero proficiency

Tools

Xero

Job description

Remote - Experienced Australian Accountant

We aren't a typical, dry accounting firm.

We are a dynamic, fast-growing Australian-based accounting, tax, and business advisory practice.

Our mission is to help business owners work less, earn more and create wealth.

We take pride in delivering exceptional service, fostering a collaborative and supportive team environment, and making a genuine impact on the lives of our team, our clients, and communities worldwide.

Many who join our team stay with us for many years. 50% of our team in the Philippines have been with us for 5 years or more.

We are seeking a talented, proactive Accountant who knows Australian accountancy and taxes, loves using Xero, and brings high energy, technical precision, and strong values to our team.

Our Core Values

Our culture is everything to us. Everything we do—how we work with clients, support each other, and grow as a business—is guided by our 9 Core Values:

Honesty, integrity & respect always

Deliver a WOW! service

Have fun, be frank and inclusive

Pursue growth and constant learning

Build a positive team and family spirit

Be passionate about changing the lives of our team, our clients, and people worldwide

Be accountable and take responsibility for our actions

Being uncomfortable is good

A Note on Our Culture:

We are looking for someone who genuinely connects with these values—not simply someone who ticks the technical boxes. Before applying, please take the time to read our values carefully.

If they resonate with you and reflect who you are as a professional, we would love to hear from you. If they do not align with your personal approach, we respectfully ask that you do not apply, as this role is built around a long‑term, mutually rewarding relationship.

What You Will Be Doing

As a key contributor to our client delivery, your responsibilities will include:

Taxation & Compliance: Preparing company, trust, partnership, and individual income tax returns.

Financial Reporting: Preparing comprehensive working papers and full financial statements.

Activity Statements: Handling the complete preparation and compliance requirements for Business Activity Statements (BAS).

Day-to-Day Accounting: Correctly understanding and processing income, expenses, and payroll.

GST & PAYGW: Applying a thorough operational knowledge of Goods and Services Tax (GST) and PAYG Withholding (PAYGW).

Software Management: Utilizing Xero daily to streamline workflows, maintain clean ledger data, and manage client files efficiently.

What We Are Looking For

Experience: Minimum 2 years of practical experience working within Australian public practice or accounting firms.

Software Expertise: Deep working knowledge and hands‑on practical experience using Xero.

Technical Proficiency: Good understanding of Australian tax laws, financial statement preparation, working papers, BAS, GST, and payroll systems.

Communication: Clear, polite, and confident written and verbal communication skills.

Ownership & Accountability: Ability to work independently, manage your deadlines, take full ownership of your responsibilities, and own your outcomes.

Team Player: Proven ability to work effectively as part of a larger team, helping colleagues and contributing to a positive environment.

Growth Mindset: A strong desire to learn, grow, accept constructive feedback, ask questions when needed, and continually improve.

This is a contractor arrangement designed for a reliable, long‑term working partnership but you will be entitled to various team benefits, perks, and incentives, which will be detailed during the interview stage.