Australian Tax Accountant (Accounting Firm)

Role: Tax Accountant

Industry: Accounting Firm

Location: Remote, PH

A well-established Australian accounting firm providing tax, business advisory, and compliance services to a diverse portfolio of clients including individuals, SMEs, and trusts. Due to ongoing growth, we are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Tax Accountant to join our professional team.

As a Tax Accountant, you will be responsible for preparing and reviewing a range of tax returns, assisting clients with compliance obligations, and providing tax advisory support. The ideal candidate will have a strong working knowledge of Australian tax law and experience liaising with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO).

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and lodge tax returns for individuals, companies, partnerships, trusts, and SMSFs.
• Prepare and lodge BAS, IAS, and other statutory ATO obligations.
• Advise clients on income tax, GST, FBT, CGT, and payroll tax matters.
• Conduct tax planning and assist in developing strategies to optimise tax positions.
• Prepare financial statements and reconciliations for SME clients.
• Liaise directly with clients to collect necessary financial data and answer tax-related queries.
• Communicate with the ATO on behalf of clients regarding assessments, queries, and compliance reviews.
• Stay updated on changes in Australian taxation legislation and apply changes as needed.
• Support audit processes and liaise with external auditors when necessary.

Skills and Experience Required:

• Bachelors degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CA or CPA qualified (or working towards).
• Minimum 24 years' experience in a public practice or tax-focused role.
• Strong understanding of Australian taxation law and ATO compliance.
• Proficient in tax software such as Xero, MYOB, HandiTax, or similar.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts and meet deadlines.

Desirable:

• Experience with SMSFs and complex tax structures.
• Familiarity with accounting software like Xero Practice Manager or Class.