Senior Accountant, AU Accounting Experience

VBP

. Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, BAS, IAS, and other compliance obligations for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeCebu City • PhilippinesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation and accounting standards, with extensive experience in preparing financial statements and compliance obligations. Proven ability to manage client relationships, provide leadership support, and deliver high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

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Australian Taxation KnowledgeFinancial Statement PreparationClient Relationship ManagementXero ProficiencyTeam Leadership

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Hard Skills

Financial Statement PreparationIncome Tax Return PreparationBAS ComplianceIAS ComplianceCapital Gains Tax (CGT)GST ComplianceFringe Benefits Tax (FBT)Tax PlanningBusiness StructuringComplex Problem Solving

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Organisational SkillsAttention to DetailProactive Problem SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

XeroXero Practice Manager (XPM)Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlook

Industry Keywords

Australian Accounting StandardsCompliance ObligationsClient EngagementBusiness Advisory ServicesContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, BAS, IAS, and other compliance obligations for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.
Manage end-to-end client engagements, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
Build strong client relationships and act as a primary contact for day-to-day accounting and taxation matters.
Assist with tax planning, business structuring, and general business advisory services.
Research and resolve complex accounting, taxation, and compliance issues.
Review work completed by junior team members and provide technical guidance, coaching, and feedback.
Work closely with Partners and Managers on complex client matters and advisory projects.
Contribute to training, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support workflow coordination and help maintain quality standards across the team.
Assist with onboarding and development of team members and provide leadership support when required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

6+ years' experience working with Australian accounting and taxation clients.
Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation, accounting standards, compliance requirements, and business structures.
Demonstrated experience preparing and reviewing financial statements, income tax returns, BAS, IAS, and other compliance obligations for Australian entities.
Strong technical knowledge and practical experience in income tax, capital gains tax (CGT), GST compliance, and fringe benefits tax (FBT).
Experience managing client relationships and communicating directly with clients.
Strong proficiency with Xero, Xero Practice Manager (XPM), Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook
Ability to conduct independent research on complex tax, accounting and regulatory matters.
Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Experience reviewing work and supporting the development of junior team members.
Demonstrated ability to manage a varied workload, prioritise competing deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes in a client service environment with minimal supervision.
Strong attention to detail, personal accountability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving and client service.
Demonstrates adaptability and a willingness to leverage emerging technologies and AI tools to enhance productivity and problem-solving.

Benefits

Comp & perks

500K per incident HMO coverage + Dental & Optical benefits
2-week paid Christmas vacation
Electricity & Data subsidies
25K Educational Assistance
Training and equipment will be provided
Fixed Schedule of Mon-Fri from 7 AM to 4 PM