Accounting, Tax Support VA

Role Overview

• Prepare and review Individual (ITR), Company, Trust, and Partnership tax returns in accordance with ATO requirements.
• Prepare BAS/IAS, including GST, PAYG‑W, PAYG‑I, instalments, fuel tax credits where applicable.
• Conduct tax reconciliations, including depreciation (prime cost & diminishing value), small business concessions, carried‑forward losses, franking credits, and Div 7A considerations.
• Prepare FBT returns and work‑related calculations when required.
• Assist with tax planning, projections, and scenario modelling for clients.
• Prepare general purpose and special‑purpose financial statements.
• Complete bank, loan, clearing, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Support STP finalization, payroll reporting, and superannuation compliance.
• Assist in identifying compliance risks and recommending process improvements.
• Communicate professionally with Australian clients via email or scheduled calls to obtain information, clarify queries, and provide updates.
• Collaborate with senior accountants and the Australian onshore team to meet deadlines and maintain firmwide service quality.
• Maintain strict confidentiality, accuracy, and compliance with ATO and firm policies.

Requirements

• 2–4 years of proven experience preparing Australian tax returns for individuals and/or entities.
• Strong knowledge of:
• Australian income tax rules
• GST concepts & BAS lodgments
• Small business entity concessions
• Depreciation rules & temporary full expensing (where applicable)
• Div 7A (preferred)
• Payroll, STP, and superannuation basics
• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or similar.
• Experience using Australian software such as Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, HandiTax, Reckon, or similar.
• Strong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, reconciliations).
• Excellent English communication skills—written and verbal.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working with Australian public practice firms.
• Ability to produce accurate, clean workpapers and checklists.
• High attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under minimal supervision.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and ability to interpret ATO guidance.
• Experience handling multi‑entity groups and basic restructuring concepts (bonus).