Senior Tax Accountant (AU)

D&V Philippines; Makati; Hybrid; PHP 670,000 - 1,116,000; Full time

Job summary

D&V Philippines is seeking a Senior Accountant (AU) to support client tax returns and workpapers across multiple Australian clients. You will manage portfolio tasks, meet deadlines, and coordinate with the client engagement team.

The role offers a hybrid work setup with onsite work during the first 2 weeks and mandatory onsite for monthly/quarterly meetings as required. Strong English, CPA status or non-CPA, and Australian tax experience are essential.

Qualifications

• BS Accountancy graduate.
• CPA or non-CPA.
• 3–5 years of work experience in finance and accounting or tax preparation.
• 3–5 years of Australian Tax experience required.
• Knowledgeable in Australian Tax Compliance like Income Tax, Fringe Benefits Tax, BAS, IAS, etc.
• Intermediate Excel skills (Vlookup, Xlookup, pivot tables, sumifs).
• Knowledge and use of APS and/or Xero desirable.
• Strong written and verbal English skills.
• Experience in a professional services environment and a keen interest in tax and advisory.
• Relationship-building skills; liaise with various levels and teams across the wider Business Services network while providing exceptional service to clients.
• Demonstrated analytical/problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to identify and escalate technical issues when they arise.

Responsibilities

• Preparation of income tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with organisational guidelines and procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Preparation of special purpose financial reports.
• Preparation of Fringe benefits tax returns.
• Perform tax planning for clients.
• Preparation of workpapers in line with established firm standards and processes.
• Preparation of Business Activity Statements.
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax compliance matters.
• General business administration.

Skills

English proficiency

Client liaison

Analytical thinking

Education

BS Accountancy

CPA or non-CPA

Tools

APS

Xero

Job description

The Senior Accountant (AU) will support business services in handling assigned client(s) by the partner or client counterpart in the preparation of tax returns and workpapers for multiple clients. This role will have the opportunity to manage client portfolio tasks and deadlines as well as communicate to the respective client engagement team.

Work Setup:

• Hybrid
• Work onsite for the first 2 weeks
• Required onsite during monthly and quarterly team meetings and when required by the manager/client.

WORK SCHEDULE:

• Monday to Friday - 7:00AM - 4:00PM

Office Assignment:

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Preparation of income tax returns.
• Ensure compliance with organisational guidelines and procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Preparation of special purpose financial reports.
• Preparation of Fringe benefits tax returns.
• Perform tax planning for clients.
• Preparation of workpapers in line with established firm standards and processes.
• Preparation of Business Activity Statements.
• Assist with quarterly and annual tax compliance matters.
• General business administration.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS Accountancy graduate.
• CPA or non-CPA.
• 3–5 years of work experience in finance and accounting or tax preparation; understanding of accounting and financial reporting principles and practices.
• 3–5 years of Australian Tax experience required.
• Knowledgeable in Australian Tax Compliance like Income Tax, Fringe Benefits Tax, BAS, IAS, etc.
• Intermediate level of Excel skills (e.g., Vlookup, Xlookup, pivot tables, sumifs, tables, etc.).
• Knowledge and use of Advanced Professional Solutions (APS) and/or Xero is desirable.
• Strong written and verbal English skills.
• Experience in a professional services environment and a keen interest in tax and advisory.
• Relationship-building skills; ability to liaise with various levels and teams across the wider Business Services network while providing exceptional service to clients.
• Demonstrated analytical/problem-solving ability.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to identify and escalate technical issues when they arise.

Note: Due to the volume of applications we receive, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next steps. All applications will be kept in our talent pool and may be considered for future opportunities that align with the candidate’s qualifications and experience.