Senior Accountant - (002 - 00204)

Job Role: Senior Accountant

Full time - Independent Contractor | 40 hours per week

Salary range: 2000 - 3500 AUD per month

Who We Are: At Hunt St we help Australian companies directly hire top 5% remote talent in the Philippines. You will be hired directly by the client, typically as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is: We are dedicated to providing personalized, expert services to small businesses and individuals. Our services include tax advice, accounting, bookkeeping, ASIC, and corporate management. We value flexibility and work closely with our clients to accommodate their schedules, ensuring a smooth and effective financial experience.

Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant who will play a crucial role in delivering compliant, timely, and accurate financial services. The role requires a collaborative approach, working closely with the Head of Accounting to manage a diverse portfolio of clients, ensuring high-quality financial, tax, and accounting work is completed.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:
General Accounting Duties – Complete and Oversee:

• Manage and expand our client base through excellent, professional service, delivered in a timely and efficient manner.
• Build long-term, proactive relationships with clients.
• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for companies, trusts, and partnerships.
• Handle calculations, preparation, and lodgement of BAS, IAS, and FBT returns for companies.
• Advise clients on technical matters and offer the full suite of services that HeadStart Tax & Accounting Services provides.
• Prepare tax returns for individuals, including those with rental properties, capital gains, PSI, and sole traders.
• Prepare and submit Super Guarantee Charge Statements and TPAR reports.
• Deliver timely and accurate monthly financial reports.
• Continuously improve and update internal procedures and ensure they are followed.
• Maintain clear and up-to-date client files and internal communications.

Requirements

Essential:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting.
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role within an accounting firm.
• Experience with key accounting software (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks).
• Strong organizational skills and ability to handle multiple clients.
• Working knowledge of tax agent portals, including the ATO Tax Agent Portal.

Desirable Technical Experience:

Candidates with experience in the following areas will be highly regarded:

• FBT (Fringe Benefits Tax)
• CGT (Capital Gains Tax)
• Division 7A compliance
• PSI (Personal Services Income)
• Tax planning