Senior Australian Tax Accountant

LinX Outsourcing; Philippines; Remote; PHP 480,000 - 840,000; Full time

Job summary

LinX Outsourcing is hiring a Senior Australian Tax Accountant to join our remote team. You will prepare and review financial statements and tax returns for SME clients, and support advisory work with a detail-oriented, analytical approach.

You’ll work with an experienced team, manage your own client files, and handle GST, CGT, FBT and other Australian tax matters using Xero, MYOB and MS Office. Strong English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years as a Senior Australian Tax Accountant in an Australian firm or outsourcing setup.
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax, compliance and SME accounting.
• Hands-on experience with GST reconciliation, equipment finance, Div 7A, CGT and FBT.
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB, and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent written and spoken English.
• Able to manage workload and meet deadlines.
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, BAS and IAS for Australian SME clients.
• Prepare GST reconciliation, equipment finance, Div 7A, CGT and FBT workpapers and accounts.
• Develop tax planning strategies and advisory reports.
• Spot complex tax issues and elevate them for senior review.
• Finish work on time and within budget.
• Keep workpapers, documentation and timesheets accurate.
• Follow the client’s systems and processes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Written and verbal English

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting or finance

CPA (preferred)

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Microsoft Office

Job description

Work setup:100% permanent work from home

Schedule: Philippine business hours, Monday to Friday

About the role:

We’re hiring a Senior Australian Tax Accountant. You’ll prepare and review financial statements and tax returns for SME clients, handle the complex tax matters, and support the advisory work. You’ll work alongside an experienced team and manage your own client files. It suits someone analytical and detail-oriented who can manage multiple client files accurately and efficiently.

What you’ll do:

• Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, BAS and IAS for Australian SME clients: individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and sole traders
• Prepare GST reconciliation, equipment finance, Div 7A, capital gains tax (CGT), and fringe benefits tax (FBT) workpapers and accounts
• Develop tax planning strategies and help with investment advisory reports
• Spot complex tax issues and elevate them for senior review
• Finish your work on time and within budget
• Keep workpapers, documentation and timesheets accurate
• Follow the client’s systems and processes

What we’re looking for:

Required:

• At least 5 years as a Senior Australian Tax Accountant, with an Australian accounting firm or an outsourcing company supporting Australian firms
• Strong working knowledge of Australian tax, compliance and SME accounting
• Hands-on experience with GST reconciliation, equipment finance, Div 7A, CGT and FBT
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Clear written and spoken English
• Able to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance

Highly regarded:

• CPA or equivalent professional qualification