Australian Tax Accountant, Camarines Norte

Australian Tax Accountant Trusts, Companies, Partnerships & BAS Compliance

Job Overview:

We are seeking a skilled Australian Tax Accountant with 3+ years of experience in preparing company, trust, and partnership tax returns, financial statements, and BAS. The ideal candidate will ensure compliance with Australian tax legislation, manage inter-entity structures, and assist with year-end processes while liaising with clients and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare income tax returns and financial statements for:
• Companies
• Trusts (discretionary and unit trusts)
• Partnerships
• Group structures and inter-entity relationships
• Prepare and review Business Activity Statements (BAS), including:
• GST reconciliation
• PAYG Withholding
• PAYG Installment
• Ensure compliance with Australian taxation legislation, ATO requirements, and accounting standards
• Assist with year-end compliance processes, including work-paper preparation and reconciliations
• Liaise with internal teams and/or clients to obtain information and clarify tax and accounting matters
• Identify and escalate tax issues, anomalies, or compliance risks as required
• Maintain accurate and well-documented working papers in line with firm standards

Qualifications & Required Experience:

• Minimum 3+ years experience at an Australian accounting firm
• Hands-on experience preparing:
• Company tax returns and financial statements
• Trust and partnership tax returns
• Consolidated or group-based structures
• Strong BAS experience, including GST and PAYG obligations
• Solid understanding of Australian tax law and compliance requirements
• Proficient with Australian accounting and tax software (e.g., Xero, XPM, APS)

Key Skills & Attributes:

• High attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines
• Strong analytical and reconciliation skills
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Comfortable with structured processes and compliance frameworks
• Exposure to tax planning or advisory work