Financial Accountant - #34906

This is a perfect opportunity for you because it offers hands-on experience with Australian accounting standards, ASX-listed and pre-IPO company reporting, and auditor-facing responsibilities, while allowing you to work closely with boards and senior management. You will gain in-demand skills in financial reporting and compliance, develop strategic insights, and grow professionally in an international, offshore environment.

Company Profile

Our client is an Australian professional services firm specializing in financial reporting and ASX compliance support for ASX-listed and pre-IPO companies. They work closely with boards, senior management, and auditors to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance within Australian regulatory frameworks. This offshore role offers exposure to Australian accounting standards, listed- entity reporting, and auditor-facing responsibilities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Financial Accounting & Reporting

• Preparation of monthly management accounts and cash flow reports
• Assistance with half-year and full-year statutory accounts in accordance with Australian Accounting Standards
• General ledger maintenance, balance sheet reconciliations, and journal processing
• Cash flow tracking, budgeting support, and cost monitoring across projects Systems & Process Development
• Develop, document, and improve accounting procedures and internal controls
• Build scalable accounting systems and workflows to support reporting and audit requirements
• Ensure consistency and accuracy of financial data across entities

Audit & Compliance

• Lead and manage external audits end-to-end, including planning, audit preparation, auditor liaison, and issue resolution
• Prepare audit schedules, supporting documentation, and technical accounting responses
• Support financial components of ASX reporting, including quarterly activities reports and Appendix filings
• Liaise with Australian external accountants, auditors, and advisers

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• CPA or CA, or is advantageous
• 5+ years' experience in financial accounting, audit, or external accounting roles
• Proven experience building accounting systems, procedures, and controls
• Demonstrated confidence leading audits from start to finish
• Must have led a minimum of 6 complete external audits from start to finish
• Experience supporting Australian or other IFRS-based clients preferred
• Strong understanding of accounting standards and financial reporting processes
• High attention to detail with the ability to work independently in a remote environment
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills

• Experience with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting systems preferred
• Advanced proficiency in MS Excel

Job Type: Onsite

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM TO 5:00 PM PHT (including 1 hour break)

Location: Cebu IT Park

Industry: Financial Services