Intermediate AU Tax Accountant

Bring your tax expertise to the global stage and help deliver smarter compliance for AU and beyond at Smartsourcing

Hi We're Smartsourcing, and we're looking for an Intermediate AU Tax Accountant to join our growing Cebu team. In this role, you'll support our Senior Accountants in Cebu and Melbourne, delivering accurate tax returns and accounting services for both investment and business clients. You'll also play a key role in mentoring junior staff while keeping compliance obligations running smoothly and on time.

Where You'll Be

JEG Tower, Archbishop Reyes, Corner Acacia St., Barangay Kamputhaw, Cebu City, 6000 Cebu Your Role as Intermediate AU Tax Accountant

As an Intermediate AU Tax Accountant, you will support our Senior Accountants and associated team members in Cebu and Melbourne by preparing tax returns, financial accounts, and compliance reports for our Australian client. You'll handle day-to-day client queries, deliver accurate work by target deadlines, while ensuring smooth operations for our accounting services. You'll ensure high-quality accounting outcomes while building client trust and team capability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and lodge tax returns for Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, and Individuals
• Prepare financial accounts with notes, reconciliations, and workpapers to compliance standards
• Import and process accounting data from client software, bank statements, and source documents
• Prepare BAS/IAS, PAYG, FBT, and EOFY reports
• Work on CGT and Div7A calculations with the AU team
• Post year-end journals, prepare tax reconciliations, and resolve review notes
• Draft client billing and conduct WIP analysis
• Mentor junior team members and support knowledge development
• Contribute to process improvements, efficiency, and team collaboration

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience working with an Australian accounting firm, providing tax compliance services to Australian clients (AU Tax experience preferred).
• Must have extensive background in tax compliance and the ability to deliver strong business advisory and compliance work.
• Demonstrated expertise in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience using web-based accounting packages such as Xero.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent time and task management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure.
• Able to work independently and productively in a team environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Step Into the Smartsourcing Experience

Smartsourcing was created with one mission: to change lives. We're here to ensure that businesses flourish and, just as importantly, that every member of the crew is inspired, supported, and set up to thrive. For the fourth year running, we've been recognized as one of HR Asia's Best Companies to Work For. This award isn't just a title—it's a testament to our commitment to making Smartsourcing an incredible place to build a career.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Smartsourcing, we believe the best work comes from people who feel seen, heard, and valued. That's why we're all about fostering an environment where you can be your true self. We take pride in being certified as a Great Place to Work, because we know that when you love where you work, extraordinary things happen. Here's just a glimpse of what we offer:

• Weekends are yours (we respect your time off)
• 5-day Christmas Leave (unwrap real time off)
• Healthcare from Day 1 for you and your family (because healthcare matters)
• Free lunch and barista-crafted coffee daily (we take our caffeine seriously)
• Night shift differential for evening schedules
• Subsidized gym membership and sports wellness clubs (including hiking and free-diving)
• Smartsourcing Exclusives (deals made just for you)
• Themed BFFs, monthly knockoffs, and summer parties
• Community give-back programs and personal development workshops

We're not just another outsourcing company. We're building something that actually matters here – a place where good work meets good culture.

Ready to take the next step in your AU Tax career? Apply now and grow with Smartsourcing