Accountant

Overview

This role supports day-to-day accounting operations for a US-based branch while working Australian business hours and collaborating with an Australian-based head office team. The position is fully remote and will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor.

Responsibilities

Accounts Payable and Vendor Management

• Manage the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice review, coding, processing, and posting.
• Prepare and coordinate vendor payments through online banking platforms.
• Reconcile vendor statements and investigate outstanding balances or discrepancies.
• Monitor unpaid invoices and coordinate with relevant stakeholders to ensure timely payments.

Bank and Credit Card Reconciliations

• Perform regular bank reconciliations and investigate unreconciled transactions.
• Review and record corporate credit card transactions, ensuring accurate general ledger classifications.
• Identify and resolve discrepancies between bank records and accounting system balances.
• Monitor outstanding transactions and follow up on necessary adjustments.

Month-End Closing and General Accounting

• Prepare and post journal entries, including accruals, reversals, and reclassifications.
• Review balance sheet accounts and reconcile general ledger balances.
• Assist with month-end closing activities to ensure timely and accurate financial reporting.
• Maintain supporting schedules and working papers for assigned accounts.
• Coordinate intercompany transactions and reconciliations.

Tax and Regulatory Compliance Support

• Assist external tax consultants by providing accounting records, reports, and supporting documentation as requested.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to address inquiries and information requests relating to US sales and use tax and other tax compliance matters.
• Review and reconcile relevant accounting data to support external tax consultants.

Financial Reporting and Budget Support

• Assist in preparing financial reports and supporting schedules.
• Review accounting records for accuracy, completeness, and consistency.
• Support budgeting and financial analysis activities as required.
• Provide financial information and respond to management inquiries.

Process Improvement and Coordination

• Identify opportunities to improve accounting workflows and internal controls.
• Coordinate with finance team members and other departments to resolve accounting issues.
• Maintain organized and accurate accounting documentation.
• Handle other accounting and administrative tasks as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA qualification is preferred.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant accounting experience; Australian or US accounting experience preferred.
• Strong experience in accounts payable, bank reconciliations, general ledger accounting, and month-end closing.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar ERP systems is preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial records and transactions.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Willingness to work Australian business hours while supporting the US branch and coordinating closely with the Australian-based head office team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using US banking platforms for payment processing and reconciliation.
• Experience in intercompany accounting and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Familiarity with supporting external tax consultants and responding to tax-related information requests.
• Previous experience working in a multinational or outsourced accounting environment.
• Ability to manage time-sensitive accounting deliverables while maintaining accuracy and organization.

Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $2,000 - $2,500 AUD / Monthly
• Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Work Schedule

• Expected to align with AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) to support collaboration.
• As a contractor, you will have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Location

• Philippines-based candidates

Additional Engagement Expectations

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work.
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”).