Intermediate AU Tax Accountant

Intermediate AU Tax Accountant

TRA powered by Boomering

Work Setup: Permanent Work From Home

Schedule: Monday–Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM PHT (Victoria Holidays)

Take the Next Step in Your Australian Accounting Career!

Are you an experienced accountant with a strong background in Australian tax compliance, financial reporting, and accounting standards? Join our team and work directly with an established Australian accounting firm, where you can apply your technical expertise, take ownership of client work, and contribute to the development of junior accounting professionals.

We are seeking an Intermediate AU Tax Accountant who can deliver technically accurate work with minimal supervision, maintain high-quality accounting records, and collaborate effectively with Australian-based accounting professionals.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounting & Tax Compliance

• Prepare accurate and compliant income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals, applying Australian taxation legislation with minimal supervision.
• Prepare complete financial statements in accordance with applicable accounting standards, company procedures, and client requirements.
• Prepare and finalise Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns as required.
• Complete balance sheet reconciliations, including GST, bank, and ATO account reconciliations.
• Maintain fixed asset registers, including additions, depreciation, disposals, and trade-ins.
• Prepare clear, accurate, and appropriately supported working papers.
• Use client accounting systems, including Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.
• Utilise the ATO portal and liaise with the ATO, ASIC, and other relevant statutory bodies when required.

2. Quality Assurance & Review

• Produce technically accurate work that requires only high-level review and minimal adjustments before supervisor or manager sign-off.
• Review schedules, reconciliations, and tax returns prepared by junior team members.
• Identify errors early and provide clear, constructive guidance to ensure reviewed work meets quality expectations.
• Ensure all work is professionally presented and complies with company procedures, systems, and quality standards.

3. Client & Onshore Team Collaboration

• Work closely with the onshore team to resolve technical queries, clarify client records, and progress work efficiently.
• Prepare clear and considered queries for the Senior Accountant, Supervisor, or Manager when further advice or information is required.
• Communicate clearly and professionally to minimise rework and support timely client service delivery.
• Develop confidence in client communication and begin taking responsibility for smaller client groups, as appropriate to experience and capability.

4. Team Contribution & Administration

• Provide guidance and review support to junior accounting team members.
• Participate in internal and external training and ongoing professional development.
• Maintain current and accurate client files, records, action items, and detailed file notes.
• Take ownership of allocated work and proactively communicate delays, missing information, or technical issues.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the Intermediate Accountant role as required.

Qualifications & Experience

Essential Requirements

• Tertiary qualification in Accounting or a related discipline.
• At least 2–3 years of experience within an Australian accounting firm environment.
• Sound technical knowledge of Australian taxation and accounting.
• Demonstrated experience preparing financial statements and Australian income tax returns.
• Experience preparing company, trust, and partnership tax returns.
• Working knowledge of Xero and/or MYOB.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• Membership of, or progression towards membership of, a relevant professional accounting body.
• Experience reviewing junior accounting work and providing constructive feedback.
• Experience communicating with Australian-based accounting teams and/or clients.
• Experience managing or taking ownership of a small client group.

About TRA powered by Boomering

Boomering is a leading outsourcing and talent solutions company connecting Australian businesses with highly skilled professionals in the Philippines.

By integrating The Remote Accountant (TRA) with Boomering, we bring together extensive experience in Australian accounting recruitment, offshore staffing, and professional talent solutions.

Our mission is to connect talented Filipino professionals with outstanding international career opportunities while helping Australian businesses build high-performing teams.

When you join TRA powered by Boomering, you become part of a growing organisation that values professional development, long-term careers, and delivering quality work for our clients.

Why Join TRA powered by Boomering?

At Boomering, we believe talented professionals deserve opportunities to build meaningful and long-term careers.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work directly with an Australian accounting firm.
• Strengthen your Australian accounting, tax compliance, and financial reporting experience.
• Work with international clients and accounting professionals.
• Develop your technical and professional skills.
• Access training and development opportunities.
• Be part of a growing and supportive organisation.

Our Employment Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance / HMO
• 20 days leave
• 13th-month salary
• Government-mandated benefits
• Training and development opportunities

Ready to Grow Your Career?

If you're an experienced accountant with a strong background in Australian taxation and financial reporting, and you're ready to take ownership of your work while supporting a collaborative accounting team, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply now and take the next step in your accounting career with TRA powered by Boomering!