CG Senior Accountant (018-633)

Overview

This position is for a Philippines-based Senior Accountant supporting an Australian public practice. Work is fully remote and engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor (not via an outsourcing agency).

The role is expected to align with AU business hours (approx. 9 AM–5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, with flexibility in how you manage your time as a contractor.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, and workpapers for Australian clients
• Complete day-to-day accounting tasks including reconciliations and BAS preparation, and provide compliance support
• Work within the Xero ecosystem, including Xero Tax, Xero Ledger, Xero Practice Manager (XPM), and FYI Docs to manage workflows and documentation
• Use tools such as Ignition, Adobe PDF, MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.), and AccountKit (preferred) to support accounting and client processes
• Liaise with onshore accountants to clarify issues, resolve discrepancies, and meet deadlines
• Support the practice lead by proactively managing workload and identifying efficiency improvements

Requirements

• 3–5 years of accounting experience
• Australian public practice experience highly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of Xero stack (Xero Tax, Xero Ledger, Xero Practice Manager (XPM)), FYI Docs, and general accounting software
• Proficiency in Ignition, Adobe PDF, and MS Office; familiarity with AccountKit is a plus
• Ability to quickly pick up processes and work effectively in a remote setup
• Willingness to focus on preparation and review work (no ATO lodgement responsibility)

Compensation & Benefits

• $1,750 AUD – $2,750 AUD / monthly
• Independent Contractor Agreement

Location

• Philippines-based candidates