AU Intermediate Accountant- Tax and Bookkeeping

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 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

Technical Requirements

* Should have personal and working laptop/ Desktop, and one (1) back up
* Has Noise-cancelling headset (for interview and meetings)
* Back up internet connection (at least 100 mbps)

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.