Xero Accountant

Xero Accountant (Full-Time | Onsite – Initial Stage)

We are hiring a Xero Accountant on behalf of our Sydney-based client, a professional business services firm that supports clients in achieving growth through financial expertise and strategic advisory.

This role offers exposure to larger clients, complex business structures, and high-net-worth individuals, where you will deliver accounting, tax, and advisory services while also supporting junior team members in their development.

Salary: RM 5,000 – RM 8,000 per month (depending on skills & experience)
Work Arrangement: Onsite required during the initial 2–3 months

Key Responsibilities

Client Focus

• Prepare financial statements, tax returns, activity statements, bookkeeping, and related workpapers for clients across various industries
• Ensure accuracy, timeliness, and strong attention to detail while minimizing rework
• Apply technical knowledge to improve client outcomes and take on increasingly complex tasks
• Communicate professionally and promptly with team members to support efficient service delivery
• Identify value-added opportunities to better support clients

Team Focus

• Collaborate with both Malaysian and Australian team members to deliver high-quality work
• Contribute to team discussions to enhance collaboration and value delivery
• Support onboarding and development of new team members as a buddy

Firm Focus

• Support financial and operational goals by:
  • Meeting individual budgets, deadlines, productivity, and recoverability targets
  • Maintaining accurate daily timesheets
• Continuously develop technical and professional skills through:
  • Independent research on technical matters
  • Participation in training and development programs
  • Active contribution in team meetings
• Contribute to improvements in the firm's systems and processes

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant accounting experience in a client servicing role
• Proven experience working with Xero accounting software
• Strong understanding of accounting principles and practices

Software experience:

• Preferred: Xero, MYOB, Smart Workpapers, Microsoft 365 (especially Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)
• Additional: QuickBooks, BGL, FYI Docs

Personal Attributes

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and a proactive approach to work
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Confident in problem-solving, researching tasks, and working effectively with an Australia-based team across onshore and offshore locations
• Demonstrates initiative and a proactive mindset