AU Accountant (Permanent AU Dayshift, RemoteWFH Phitlippines)

This is a remote position.

PERMANENT AU DAYSHIFT REMOTE/WFH PHILIPPINES

Job Description: Accountant

Job Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Accountant to manage the companys financial records reporting and compliance obligations. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing financial statements managing general ledger activities reconciling accounts assisting with budgeting and forecasting and ensuring compliance with accounting standards and tax regulations.

The ideal candidate has strong technical accounting knowledge excellent analytical skills and experience working with cloud-based accounting systems such as Xero. Experience within construction engineering or professional services industries is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Financial Reporting

Prepare accurate monthly quarterly and annual financial statements.

Generate management reports including:

Profit & Loss Statements

Balance Sheets

Cash Flow Statements

Budget vs Actual Reports

Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes.

Ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.

General Ledger & Reconciliations

Maintain and reconcile general ledger accounts.

Perform bank credit card and balance sheet reconciliations.

Investigate and resolve discrepancies in financial records.

Ensure all journal entries are properly documented and approved.

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Review and process supplier invoices and payment runs.

Monitor accounts receivable and follow up on outstanding customer balances.

Reconcile supplier and customer statements.

Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions.

Budgeting & Forecasting

Assist with preparing annual budgets and financial forecasts.

Monitor financial performance against budget.

Analyze variances and provide recommendations to management.

Support cash flow forecasting and working capital management.

Tax & Compliance

Prepare and lodge BAS/GST payroll tax and other statutory returns (as applicable).

Ensure compliance with accounting standards tax legislation and company policies.

Assist with external audits and provide supporting documentation.

Liaise with external accountants auditors and regulatory authorities.

Payroll Support

Assist with payroll processing and payroll reconciliations.

Maintain employee payroll records and leave balances.

Ensure payroll compliance with relevant legislation.

Financial Analysis & Business Support

Analyze financial data and provide insights to support business decisions.

Monitor project costs profitability and operational performance.

Assist management with financial modelling and reporting requirements.

Support continuous improvement of financial processes and controls.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience.

Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles.

Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field.

CPA CA or equivalent professional qualification (or working towards certification).

Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in refrigeration airconditioning and electrical construction and trade (good to have but not a hard requirement)

Experience with accounting and job costing.

Familiarity with Australian accounting standards and tax requirements (hard requirement)

Experience working with cloud-based accounting platforms.

Technical Skills

Accounting Software

Xero (Required)

Aroflow goodto have but not a hard requirement

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Excel (Advanced)

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft PowerPoint

Financial Skills

Financial Reporting

General Ledger Management

Bank Reconciliations

Budgeting & Forecasting

Cash Flow Management

Accounts Payable & Receivable

Payroll Support

Tax Compliance

Variance Analysis

Financial Modelling

Key Competencies

Financial Reporting & Analysis

Attention to Detail

Accuracy & Data Integrity

Analytical Thinking

Problem-Solving

Time Management

Confidentiality & Professionalism

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Stakeholder Management

Continuous Improvement

Ability to Work Independently

Required Skills:

Required Qualifications Bachelors degree in Accounting Finance or a related field. CPA CA or equivalent professional qualification (or working towards certification). Minimum of 2 years of accounting experience. Strong understanding of financial reporting and accounting principles. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. High attention to detail and accuracy. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Preferred Qualifications Experience in refrigeration airconditioning and electrical construction and trade (good to have but not a hard requirement)( Experience with project-based accounting and job costing. Familiarity with Australian accounting standards and tax requirements (hard requirement) Experience working with cloud-based accounting platforms. Technical Skills Accounting Software Xero (Required) Aroflow goodto have but not a hard requirement Microsoft Office Microsoft Excel (Advanced) Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Microsoft PowerPoint Financial Skills Financial Reporting General Ledger Management Bank Reconciliations Budgeting & Forecasting Cash Flow Management Accounts Payable & Receivable Payroll Support Tax Compliance Variance Analysis Financial Modelling Key Competencies Financial Reporting & Analysis Attention to Detail Accuracy & Data Integrity Analytical Thinking Problem-Solving Time Management Confidentiality & Professionalism Communication Skills Organizational Skills Stakeholder Management Continuous Improvement Ability to Work Independen

Required Education:

NA

Employment Type : Full Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1
Hourly Salary Salary: 10 - 11