Senior Accountant

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Client

Our client is a Melbourne-based accounting and advisory firm serving small to mid-sized business owners, investors, and Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs). They specialise in taxation, business advisory, and retirement-planning solutions, offering personalised service and in-depth expertise to help clients make sense of their finances and investments.

With a team of experienced professionals, they guide clients through the full spectrum of financial matters—from compliance and bookkeeping to strategic planning and wealth optimisation. They emphasise clarity, education, and practical advice, speaking in everyday language and empowering clients to achieve their goals with confidence.

About the Role

This Senior Accountant (AU) role plays a key part in supporting the firm's accounting and taxation operations, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely delivery of financial services to clients. You will work closely with Directors and Managers to prepare tax returns, financial statements, and business activity statements across various entity types, including individuals, partnerships, companies, trusts, and superannuation funds.

The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly organized, and experienced in Australian accounting standards and tax compliance. You'll handle a mix of data entry, report preparation, and process coordination, ensuring smooth communication between internal teams and clients. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, values professional accuracy, and wants to grow their expertise in a reputable Australian accounting firm.

Work hours: 9 AM to 5:30 PM AEST

Work set-up: Remote

What you'll do

• Responsible for timely completion of assigned tasks, keeping track of tasks, clear communication to other team members together with assisting Director/Managers to provide a full range of professional accounting services to clients, including:

• Drafting, inputting and collating tax returns for Individuals for review by a Manager

• Drafting, Inputting and collating Tax Returns for Partnerships, Companies, Trusts and Superannuation Funds for review by a Manager

• Entering data for the preparation of Financial Reports for Companies, Superannuation Funds, Trusts, Partnerships and Sole Traders

• Resolves all queries raised by Manager after Review

• Entering data – Input forms on Xero Tax, including – Client Update Forms, Depreciation Schedules, etc

• Preparing Business Activity Statements, including BAS administration

• Track jobs to ensure timely delivery to clients and to Manager

• An awareness of the opening time WIP and accumulation of WIP and examining the final WIP when the job is completed

• Maintenance of professional standards in the communication and delivery of services including, being aware of existing legislation, current developments and ATO interpretation that may impact on work being prepared

• Liaise with Manager to provide regular updates on status of work in progress and any client issues or requirements

• Following the firm's current system of work practices and when unclear on the best approach asking questions in the most appropriate manner

• Perform other tasks on ad hoc basis as requested by Manager

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Commerce, Accounting, Finance, or related field

• CPA certification (preferred)

• 3-5 years of experience in Australian accounting and taxation

• Experience in IFRS and AU taxation

• Experience in taxation preparation & procedural matters

• Working knowledge of Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks accounting tools

• Experience in XPM practice management software

• A basic knowledge of BGL Corporate Register software

• Working knowledge in Excel Spreadsheets and Microsoft Office Suite of Software

Preferred Qualifications:

• Attention to detail and task completion orientation

• A sound knowledge of Accounting Standards (relevant to special purpose financials), APES 110 Code of Ethics for Professional Accountants and other mandatory ethical pronouncements

• Strong client focus and service ethic

• Takes initiative and self-motivated

• Ability to multi task with effective time management capabilities

• Ability to work within and enhance dynamics of a team

• Motivated to achieve

• Attention to accuracy/presentation

• Don't meet every single requirement? At Penbrothers we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but you don't feel 100% aligned with the qualifications, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may just be the right fit for this or other roles.

Hiring Process

We utilize AI tools to enhance our hiring efficiency and ensure a fair evaluation of all candidates. As a result, candidates who passed our initial evaluations should expect an AI Interviewer as a component of our recruitment process. This is supervised by Human Talent Acquisition Experts who will also engage with you throughout your application journey.

What You'll Get

At Penbrothers, we are obsessed with creating positive employee experiences. Here you'll find an environment that nurtures learning and provides opportunities for growth. You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on fast-growing startups and dynamic companies.

• Meaningful work & Growth: We take every opportunity to stretch ourselves and deliver an excellent client experience.

• Employee as our biggest asset: We are genuinely invested in our people's career and welfare.

• Global reach & local impact: Get to work with high-growth startups and dynamic companies from the comfort of your own home.

• Powering global startups: We've created 1,400 Filipino jobs that empower global start-ups to focus on growth.