Tax Accountant

Senior Offshore Australian Tax Accountant
Job Overview We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Australian Tax Accountant to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing tax returns, financial statements, and Business Activity Statements (BAS) for Australian individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs). The ideal candidate has direct experience working with Australian tax legislation, ATO compliance frameworks, and popular cloud accounting software such as Xero, HandiTax, and MYOB.
Location: Remote (Philippines or Offshore) Work Schedule: Australian Business Hours (AEST/AEDT) Employment Type: Full-time / Independent Contractor
Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and review Income Tax Returns (ITR) for Individuals, Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, and SMSFs in accordance with ATO regulations.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns.
• Draft end-of-year financial statements, balance sheets, trial balances, and profit and loss statements for Australian client accounts.
• Perform complex tax calculations including Capital Gains Tax (CGT), Division 7A benchmark calculations, and trust distributions.
• Liaise with internal client managers and Australian team leads to resolve client queries and ensure timely lodgements with the ATO.
• Maintain high standards of accuracy, ensuring all work papers and supporting documentation meet Australian accounting standards.

Qualifications and Requirements
Must-Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 to 5 years of direct experience preparing Australian tax returns and financial statements within a public practice or BPO environment.
• Strong practical knowledge of Australian tax legislation, Division 7A, CGT, GST, and ATO lodgement guidelines.
• Hands-on experience with Xero, Xero Practice Manager (XPM), HandiTax, MYOB, or APS.
• Class Super or BGL 360 experience is highly regarded for SMSF management.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills for collaborating with Australian team leads.
• Reliable high-speed internet connection, quiet work setup, and availability to work during Australian business hours.

Nice-to-Haves

• Active progress toward or completion of CPA Australia, CA ANZ, or Philippine CPA certification.
• Prior experience working in an offshore accounting BPO firm such as TOA Global, Cloudstaff, Diversify, or MicroSourcing.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
• 100% remote work flexibility.
• Continuous training on Australian tax updates and software systems.
• Fixed weekends off and observation of key public holidays.