Senior Accountant / Manager

This is a remote position.

iScale Solutions is a Managed Outsourcing and Staff Augmentation provider with operations in the Philippines, Madagascar and Singapore.

While some of our customers operate a staff augmentation setup with full control, others rely on fully outsourced teams letting us handle all deliverables. Day to day, we thrive to provide customized solutions and deeply integrate in our customers’ business processes.

Regardless of the model, we believe in recruiting the best available talent available in the market, and offer our customers great value for their money.

Who you’ll work with:

Our client partner is an agile, highly specialized Australian boutique accounting practice composed of a dedicated onshore team. The firm commands a sophisticated client portfolio, delivering financial analysis, structural consulting, tax management, and extensive wealth planning for sole traders, family trusts, private companies, and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSF).

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Accountant / Manager to join our growing team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in delivering high-quality compliance and advisory services to a diverse portfolio of clients, including sole traders, partnerships, trusts, and companies.

Alongside technical execution, you will act as a mentor to our junior team members and work closely with the Director on strategic advisory and ad-hoc reporting.

• Financial Statements: Prepare accurate end-of-year financial statements for sole traders, partnerships, trusts, and companies.
• Tax Returns: Prepare and lodge complex Australian tax returns across all entity types.
• Activity Statements: Efficiently prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Installment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Tax Advisory: Assist the Director in researching and drafting technical tax advice for clients.

• Quality Assurance: Review financial statements, tax returns, and work papers prepared by junior accountants to ensure technical accuracy and compliance.
• Mentorship: Assist with the day-to-day management, training, and professional development of junior accounting staff.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Communication: Act as a key point of contact, liaising directly with clients, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), and other external stakeholders.
• Ad-Hoc Reporting: Assist the Director with management reporting, cash flow forecasting, and other ad-hoc advisory projects to help clients grow their businesses.

Key Selection Criteria (Experience & Technical Skills)

To be successful in this role, you must possess robust, hands-on experience dealing with complex Australian tax concepts, specifically:

• Division 7A (Div7A): Managing shareholder loans, minimum repayments, and loan agreements.
• Non-Commercial Losses: Applying the relevant tests to individuals operating business activities.
• Personal Services Income (PSI): Identifying PSI and applying the rules accurately.
• Small Business CGT Concessions: Evaluating eligibility and applying active asset, 15-year, retirement, and rollover exemptions.
• Family Trust Elections (FTE): Navigating trust loss measures and distribution complexities.

Qualifications & Personal Attributes

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Commerce.
• Certification: CA or CPA qualification (preferred, or currently tracking towards completion).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm.
• Software: Proficiency in modern cloud accounting ecosystems (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and tax preparation software.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership potential, exceptional communication skills, and a sharp eye for detail.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Business, or Commerce.
• Certification: CA or CPA qualification (preferred, or currently tracking towards completion).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm.
• Software: Proficiency in modern cloud accounting ecosystems (e.g., Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and tax preparation software.
• ​ Soft Skills: Strong leadership potential, exceptional communication skills, and a sharp eye for detail.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Package: Receive a pay package that matches your skills and experience.
• Vacation and Sick Leave credits: Enjoy vacation and sick leave credits to maintain work-life balance.
• Health Coverage: Get medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your dependents.
• Government-Mandated Benefits: Full coverage of all statutory benefits like SSS, PhilHealth, and Pag-IBIG.
• Learning Opportunities: Access training, certifications, and mentorship to grow your career.
• Team Engagement: Join team-building activities and wellness programs.
• Modern Tools: Use the latest technology to excel in your role.
• Career Growth: Clear paths for promotion and professional development.
• Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse, supportive, and collaborative global team.

Please do not hesitate to apply. This is a permanent position with benefits. 

Applicants may email their details and resume to jobs@iscale-solutions.com