Virtual Tax Accountant (Australian Tax Specialist)

Virtual Tax Accountant (Philippines) Supporting a Sydney-Based Accounting Firm

Position Title: Virtual Tax Accountant (Australian Tax Specialist)

Location: Remote (Philippines)

Reports to: Accountant/Partner

Work Hours: Australian business hours (AEST), full-time 9am to 6pm

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate financial statements and Australian tax returns for a portfolio of
• clients, including individuals, companies, partnerships, unit trusts, and discretionary
• trusts
• Manage and review BAS/IAS/GST preparations and ensure compliance with Australian
• Taxation Office (ATO) regulations
• Handle and respond to ATO audits and inquiries in a professional manner
• Advise on updates and changes in Australian tax laws and ensure clients are compliant
• Process and reconcile invoices, payments, and expenses; perform bank and credit card
• reconciliations
• Assist with inter-entity transactions, including Div7A and income distributions to
• shareholders or beneficiaries
• Maintain and update client accounting records, ledgers, and supporting documentation
• Prepare and deliver regular financial reports and statements as required
• Communicate clearly and professionally team members regarding financial matters
• Stay up to date with accounting regulations, best practices, and software relevant to
• Australian taxation

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 to 3 years of experience in Australian tax accounting or similar role
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
• CPA or CA certification is highly desirable
• Proficient in Australian accounting software such as Xero, QuickBooks, MYOB, or similar
• platforms
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax regulations, BAS/IAS/GST, and compliance
• requirements
• Excellent organizational, time management, and communication skills
• High attention to detail and accuracy in financial data entry and reporting
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple client portfolios, and meet deadlines

Desirable Attributes:

• Experience in handling business group transactions and understanding inter-entity
• dynamics
• Familiarity with superannuation, Div7A, and SMSF loans is a plus
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits:

• 100% remote work setup.
• Work-life balance with Australian business hours; no night shifts
• Competitive compensation paid fortnightly via international payment platforms (e.g.,
• Wise)
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic, growth-oriented Sydney-based accounting firm.