Senior Accountant (Australian Tax)

Air Accounting; Philippines; Remote; PHP 1,339,000 - 2,009,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work setup

Home office allowance

Annual salary reviews

13th month pay

Paid personal leave

Paid Australian public holidays

Parental leave

Air Check-in Development Program

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Air Accounting, an award-winning Australian accounting firm with a growing Philippines team, seeks a Senior Tax Accountant to prepare and review Australian tax and compliance work for varied clients. You’ll work autonomously, partner directly with clients, and mentor colleagues to raise standards.

The role is full-time as an independent contractor, offering remote work from the Philippines, collaboration with Australian clients, and a structured development path within a high-performing culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Accounting or equivalent
• 5+ years of Australian tax and compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation concepts and accounting standards
• Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving & client management skills
• Detail-oriented, organised and able to work independently and meet due dates

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Australian tax and compliance work for a portfolio of clients
• Independently manage compliance deliverables and review work to a high standard
• Mentor team members and contribute to process improvements
• Build strong relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
• Support collaboration and culture within the external finance team

Skills

Australian tax

Tax compliance

Client management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting

Job description

Join One of the Philippines’ Best Workplaces™ 2024

Air Accounting is an award-winning Australian accounting and finance firm, recognised as one of the Philippines’ Best Workplaces™ in 2024 by Great Place To Work®.

We are growing our Philippines team and are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant with strong Australian tax and compliance experience to join us in a full-time independent contractor engagement.

If you enjoy working autonomously, partnering directly with clients, solving problems, and using technology to deliver high-quality outcomes, this could be the right long-term career opportunity for you.

About Air Accounting

At Air Accounting, we support fast-growing Australian businesses through a modern, tech-enabled finance model built around people, performance, and culture.

We have built a high-performing remote team in the Philippines that works as a fully integrated part of our Australian business, not a traditional outsourcing setup. Our team members are trusted professionals who work closely with clients, contribute ideas, and grow long-term careers with us.

We are proud recipients of:

• Xero Accounting Partner of the Year
• Boutique Firm of the Year at the Australian Accounting Awards

About the Role

As a Senior Tax Accountant within our External Finance team, you will prepare and review Australian tax and compliance work for a portfolio of clients across a range of entity structures.

This role is suited to an experienced accounting professional who can independently manage compliance deliverables, review work to a high standard, and build strong relationships with both clients and internal stakeholders.

You will also play an important role in mentoring team members, improving processes, and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and consolidated groups
• Prepare and review BAS, IAS, FBT and Payroll Tax returns
• Prepare year-end tax planning calculations, estimates and recommendations
• Provide tax advice on GST, capital gains tax and personal income tax deductions
• Manage client queries, build relationships and identify value-add opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification
• 5+ years of Australian tax and compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation concepts and accounting standards
• Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving & client management skills
• Detail-oriented, organised & able to work independently and meet due dates

Why Join Air Accounting

We believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, trusted, and valued.

• Competitive monthly independent contractor remuneration, reviewed annually
• 13th month pay
• 20 days paid personal leave annually
• Paid Australian public holidays
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers

Flexibility & Work Environment

• Permanent work-from-home setup
• Financial support for quality home office and technology equipment
• Stable long-term employment with an Australian firm
• Structured development through our Air Check-in Development Program
• Ongoing coaching, feedback, and career progression opportunities
• Exposure to Australian clients, systems, and best practices

Culture & Connection

• Quarterly in-person meetups with the Philippines team
• Annual company summit in Manila
• Annual retreats in locations such as Boracay and Bali
• Regular virtual social events and team connection activities
• Birthday gift

Our Culture

Our culture is built around accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and genuine respect for people.

We look for team members who are:

• Client-focused and solutions-oriented
• Strong communicators and collaborative teammates
• Curious, proactive, and growth-minded
• Comfortable using technology to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Professional, dependable, and values-driven