Senior Tax Accountant

Cloudstaff; Philippines; Remote; PHP 558,000 - 837,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health and life insurance

Flexible leave credits

Quarterly perks boxes

Endless career advancement opportunities

In-house psychiatrist available

Employee Share Units program

Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program

Job summary

A leading outsourcing company is seeking a Senior Tax Accountant to work from home in the Philippines. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of accounting and taxation experience in Australia, with comprehensive knowledge of tax legislation. You will be responsible for preparing tax returns, financial statements, and assisting clients with tax planning. Enjoy perks such as health insurance, flexible leave, and career advancement opportunities in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Proven accounting & taxation experience within Australia (7+ years).
• Thorough understanding of Australian taxation legislation.
• Fluent English writing and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare tax returns and financial statements for various entities.
• Assist clients with tax planning and compliance.
• Conduct business advisory projects including budgets and reporting.

Skills

Tax preparation

Accounting skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Commercial acumen

Education

Accounting degree

CA/CPA (completed or in progress)

Tools

MYOB

Xero

Reckon

QuickBooks

Reckon APS

Job description

Were Hiring: Senior Tax Accountant!

Looking for a role that fosters collaboration, creativity and career growth in a vibrant office environment? We got you covered!

We are currently on the lookout for a Senior Tax Accountant to join our team at Cloudstaff, the #1 workplace everywhere! Think you qualify for the role? Attach a 1‑2 minute video intro and introduce yourself to us so we can meet you virtually. Attach this together with your updated CV to become a priority applicant!

Role

Senior Tax Accountant

Work Arrangement

Work from Home

Location

Any CS Branch – Ortigas / Makati / Pampanga / Cebu / Davao / Mabalacat / Angeles (Pampanga)

Schedule

Morning Shift

Job Description

This position will enable you to work on a wide portfolio of clients including SME's, trusts, partnerships, and companies across a broad range of industry sectors within a virtual team or a permanent placement with an office location virtually.

Key Responsibilities

• Tax knowledge including preparation of tax returns, activity statements, and latest Australian tax rules.
• Preparation of work papers and reconciliation to financial statement stage.
• Preparation of financial statements, income tax returns and other lodgements for companies, partnerships, trusts and a range of individual businesses to a complex level (including large groups, inter‑entity reconciliations etc.).
• Assist clients with tax planning, FBT, payroll tax and STP.
• Business advisory projects such as budgets, cashflows, management reporting.
• Ensure all documentation including work papers and client files are maintained in line with Findex Group compliance requirements.

Qualification And Requirements

• Accounting degree or a related degree with a major in accounting.
• Completed or working towards completion CA / CPA.
• At least 7 years of proven accounting & taxation experience within Australia.
• Thorough understanding of Australia and/or taxation legislation, including but not limited to GST, FBT, CGT, Division 7A.
• Strong commercial acumen paired with sound technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify issues and communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Experience with MYOB, Xero, Reckon, QuickBooks.
• Experience with Reckon APS program (desirable).
• Proficient English writing and verbal skills.
• Excellent communication skills with strong relationship and stakeholder management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise your workload.
• Collaborative, team player who understands the importance of building strong internal relationships across the wider Findex business.
• Ability to meet productivity and turnaround metrics.

Non‑negotiable Skills & Requirements

• Accounting degree or a related degree with a major in accounting.
• Completed or working towards completion CA / CPA.
• At least 7 years of proven accounting & taxation experience within Australia.
• Thorough understanding of Australia and/or taxation legislation, including but not limited to GST, FBT, CGT, Division 7A.
• Strong commercial acumen paired with sound technical accounting and analytical skills.
• Ability to identify issues and communicate effectively and efficiently.
• Experience with MYOB, Xero, Reckon, QuickBooks.
• Experience with Reckon APS program (desirable).
• Proficient English writing and verbal skills.
• Excellent communication skills with strong relationship and stakeholder management.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise your workload.
• Collaborative, team player who understands the importance of building strong internal relationships across the wider Findex business.
• Ability to meet productivity and turnaround metrics.

Perks & Benefits (Work From Home)

• Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment.
• Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves.
• Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled.
• Mid‑Year Parties with items to give away and cash prizes.
• Endless opportunities for career advancement.
• Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase.
• Company‑provided PC/Laptop and fibre internet connection.
• Tech‑on‑wheels Support.
• Participation in CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues.
• International career growth and connections.
• Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals.
• Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks.
• In‑house psychiatrist available to support employees' well‑being.
• Employee Share Units programme participation.
• Cloudstaff Dream Points – to be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes, etc.

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