AU Accountant - Work from Home | Dayshift

Overview

This role involves supporting the finance function through preparation of financial reports, tax compliance activities, reconciliations, and month-end processes. The position contributes to maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring compliance with Australian taxation and accounting requirements, and supporting financial operations including project-related activities within the mining and resources sector.

Responsibilities

Financial Reporting & Accounting

• Assist in preparing financial statements, reports, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Support month-end and year-end processes including journals, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Maintain accurate general ledger records and perform account reconciliations.
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial reporting.
• Support financial reporting related to mining projects, operational expenses, and project costs.

Taxation & Compliance

• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and support compliance with Australian Taxation Office (ATO) requirements.
• Assist with GST, FBT, payroll tax, PAYG withholding, and other tax obligations.
• Support income tax return preparation and liaise with auditors, tax consultants, and finance stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with accounting policies, procedures, internal controls, and regulatory requirements.

Finance Operations

• Process payments and maintain records for payroll deductions, payroll tax, PAYG withholding, and intercompany recharges.
• Complete corporate card reconciliations and related payments.
• Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and bank reconciliations as required.
• Maintain vehicle registers, toll accounts, and annual registration records.

Continuous Improvement

• Assist senior accountants with financial reviews and reconciliation activities.
• Contribute to process improvement and efficiency initiatives within the finance function.
• Perform other duties as required.

Note: The official title for this role is Assistant Accountant.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field.
• CPA or CA qualification, or working towards this, is highly desirable.
• Minimum 3 years of accounting experience with exposure to Australian taxation requirements.
• Experience in the mining or resources sector is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax requirements including GST, BAS, PAYG withholding, payroll tax, and related compliance obligations.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as MYOB, Xero, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Pronto, or similar systems.
• Strong general ledger, reconciliation, financial reporting, and month-end support experience.
• Strong analytical skills and high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Work from home arrangement.
• Dayshift schedule: 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM Philippine Time (adjusted for daylight saving time).
• Monday to Friday workweek with weekends off.
• Health maintenance organization (HMO) coverage including 2 free dependents and medical reimbursements.
• Government-mandated benefits.
• Opportunities to work with leading companies in Australia and beyond.
• Training programs for career development.
• Company outings, team activities, and wellness sessions.
• Supportive and inclusive work culture.
• Dedicated management focused on employee growth and success.

Location

Remote work with Philippine Time zone schedule; role supports Australian financial and taxation compliance requirements.