Senior Accountant (Australian Tax)

Join One of the Philippines Best Workplaces™ 2024

Air Accounting is an award-winning Australian accounting and finance firm, recognised as one of the Philippines Best Workplaces™ in 2024 by Great Place To Work®.

We are growing our Philippines team and are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant with strong Australian tax and compliance experience to join us in a full-time independent contractor engagement.

If you enjoy working autonomously, partnering directly with clients, solving problems, and using technology to deliver high-quality outcomes, this could be the right long-term career opportunity for you.

About Air Accounting

At Air Accounting, we support fast-growing Australian businesses through a modern, tech-enabled finance model built around people, performance, and culture.

We have built a high-performing remote team in the Philippines that works as a fully integrated part of our Australian business, not a traditional outsourcing setup. Our team members are trusted professionals who work closely with clients, contribute ideas, and grow long-term careers with us.

We are proud recipients of:

• Xero Accounting Partner of the Year
• Platinum Xero Partner status
• Boutique Firm of the Year at the Australian Accounting Awards
• 70+ five-star Google reviews

About the Role

As a Senior Tax Accountant within our External Finance team, you will prepare and review Australian tax and compliance work for a portfolio of clients across a range of entity structures.

This role is suited to an experienced accounting professional who can independently manage compliance deliverables, review work to a high standard, and build strong relationships with both clients and internal stakeholders.

You will also play an important role in mentoring team members, improving processes, and contributing to a collaborative, high-performing culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and consolidated groups
• Prepare and review BAS, IAS, FBT and Payroll Tax returns
• Prepare year-end tax planning calculations, estimates and recommendations
• Provide tax advice on GST, capital gains tax and personal income tax deductions
• Manage client queries, build relationships and identify value-add opportunities.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor of Science in Accountancy or equivalent accounting qualification
• 5+ years of Australian tax and compliance experience
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation concepts and accounting standards
• Advanced proficiency in Xero, Xero Tax & Xero Practice Manager
• Excellent communication, analytical, problem-solving & client management skills
• Detail-oriented, organised & able to work independently and meet due dates

Why Join Air Accounting

We believe great people do their best work when they feel supported, trusted, and valued.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive monthly independent contractor remuneration, reviewed annually
• 13th month pay
• 20 days paid personal leave annually
• Paid Australian public holidays
• Paid parental leave for both mothers and fathers

Flexibility & Work Environment

• Permanent work-from-home setup
• Financial support for quality home office and technology equipment
• Stable long-term employment with an Australian firm

Career Growth & Development

• Structured development through our Air Check-in Development Program
• Ongoing coaching, feedback, and career progression opportunities
• Exposure to Australian clients, systems, and best practices

Culture & Connection

• Quarterly in-person meetups with the Philippines team
• Annual company summit in Manila
• Annual retreats in locations such as Boracay and Bali
• Regular virtual social events and team connection activities
• Birthday gift

Our Culture

Our culture is built around accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and genuine respect for people.

We look for team members who are:

• Client-focused and solutions-oriented
• Strong communicators and collaborative teammates
• Curious, proactive, and growth-minded
• Comfortable using technology to improve efficiency and outcomes
• Professional, dependable, and values-driven