Senior Accountant (AU Tax Compliance) (026-1243)

Job Role: Senior Accountant (AU Tax)

Compensation range: $2,000 AUD - $3,000 AUD/Month

Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement

Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time.

Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home.

Who The Client Is: Our client is an Australian business advisory and accounting firm focused on helping businesses improve performance, strengthen financial management, and achieve sustainable growth. The firm provides tailored accounting, taxation, advisory, and business support services, combining technical expertise with practical, commercially focused advice. With a strong emphasis on building long-term client relationships, the business works closely with clients to simplify complex financial matters and identify opportunities for greater efficiency and growth. 

Role Overview: Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant with strong knowledge of the Australian tax system and the technical capability to manage tax compliance work from start to finish.

The successful candidate will work in a preparer capacity, taking ownership of tax compliance matters and managing client communication, with final reviews completed by an onshore partner. Experience with Xero and AI-powered accounting tools is highly regarded.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Manage Australian tax compliance work from preparation through to completion.
• Prepare tax returns and related compliance requirements accurately and within deadlines.
• Review financial information and supporting documentation required for tax compliance.
• Manage email correspondence and respond to client queries professionally.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure documentation is complete and up to date.
• Work closely with the onshore partner to address review comments and finalise client work.
• Identify opportunities to improve accounting and compliance workflows through technology and AI.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Strong experience working within the Australian tax system.
• Proven ability to independently prepare and manage tax compliance work from start to finish.
• Senior-level accounting experience with strong technical knowledge.
• Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage deadlines independently.
• Ability to handle client correspondence and queries professionally.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple client matters.

What Success Looks Like:

• Accurate and timely preparation of Australian tax compliance work.
• Client matters are progressed efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Clear and professional communication with clients and the onshore partner.
• Review points are addressed accurately and promptly.
• Effective use of Xero and AI tools to improve efficiency and workflow.

Work Arrangement & Expectations:

This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement.

To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to:

• Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work
• Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)