Australian Tax Accountant

3 days ago

Manila, National Capital Region, Philippines Gibas Associates Full time ₱900,000 - ₱1,200,000 per year

Schedule: Philippine Day Shift

About Us

We're a close-knit, Australia-based accounting team that supports small businesses. We work hard, communicate clearly, and support one another. If you're reliable, detail-oriented, and love being part of a supportive team, you'll fit right in.

About the Role

We're hiring a long-term team member to focus on Australian tax work (particularly tax returns for businesses and trusts). You will work directly with clients and the ATO, prepare year-end accounts, handle reconciliations, and lodge tax returns. You'll also attend daily team huddles and participate in regular training to stay current with AU tax law.

This is a fully remote role open to candidates based in the Philippines.

We'd love to hear from you. Kindly fill out this form if you're interested:

What You'll Do

  • Prepare special-purpose financial reports (SPFRs) in Xero
  • Lodge company, trust, and individual tax returns
  • Review and adjust EOFY reconciliations (no day-to-day bookkeeping)
  • Handle GST coding, adjustments, and reconciliation
  • Submit BAS/IAS and assist with tax planning
  • Communicate directly with clients and the ATO
  • Track time in Xero Practice Manager (XPM) and work within budget
  • Join daily team meetings and participate in live tax training (2 hrs/week)
  • Support junior team members as needed
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of compliance processes

What We're Looking For

  • Experience preparing business tax returns is a must
  • 2–3+ years of AU compliance/tax experience (AU firm preferred)
  • Strong Xero and XPM knowledge, including Workpapers
  • Confident in EOFY work, GST, tax adjustments, and reconciliations
  • Excellent English communication—written and verbal
  • Comfortable speaking with clients and the ATO directly
  • Able to work independently and take ownership of tasks
  • Team player with solid time management and attention to detail

Bonus Points If You Have:

  • Experience reviewing junior staff
  • UK, US, or Canadian experience + willing to learn Aussie systems

Tools Used

  • Xero Blue
  • Xero Practice Manager
  • Quickbooks
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Zoom

Benefits

  • 25 days of Paid Time Off
  • 13th Month Pay
  • 10 days of Additional Sick Leave
  • 10 Paid Holidays Off

"In total, approximately 45 paid days off"

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