Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Synct is hiring a Senior AU Business Services & SMSF Accountant to support an Australian accounting and advisory firm operating in the public practice sector. This full-time, permanent work-from-home position focuses on Australian business services, tax compliance, financial statement preparation, and SMSF accounting, requiring collaboration with Australian accountants and client managers.
Responsibilities
- Prepare financial statements and workpapers for Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, and Individuals
- Prepare income tax returns and supporting schedules
- Prepare BAS and IAS
- Prepare SMSF financial statements, tax returns, and compliance documentation
- Complete account reconciliations and year-end adjustments
- Use Xero for bookkeeping, reporting, and reconciliations
- Maintain accurate client records, workpapers, and supporting documentation
- Review transactions, coding, and account reconciliations
- Ensure compliance with ATO requirements and lodgement deadlines
- Liaise with Australian accountants and internal stakeholders
- Assist with workflow management and job tracking
- Identify and resolve accounting discrepancies
Skills
- Minimum 5 years of Australian Public Practice experience
- Experience preparing financial statements and income tax returns
- Experience handling Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, Individuals, and SMSFs
- Hands-on experience with SMSF financial statements, workpapers, and tax returns
- Experience using Class Super, BGL 360, or similar SMSF software
- Experience preparing BAS and IAS
- Proficiency in Xero
- Strong understanding of Australian accounting and compliance processes
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines
- Willing to work AEST/AEDT hours
- Exposure to CGT calculations
- Exposure to Div 7A, FBT, or Trust Distribution calculations
- Experience with Xero Practice Manager (XPM) or FYI Docs
- CPA or CA qualification (completed or in progress)
Benefits
- Independent Contractor Arrangement
- 13th Month Pay
- Internet Allowance
- HMO with Dental and Life Insurance Coverage
- 18 Vacation Leaves + 6 Sick Leaves
- Philippine Holiday Observance
- Permanent Work From Home Setup
- Company-Provided Equipment
- Tenure Incentives
- Birthday Leave
- Birthday Cake or Birthday Treat
- Free Meal Every First Friday of the Month
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