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The Accountant is responsible for managing payroll, company and personal tax compliance, and financial reporting, with a strong focus on Philippine and Australian taxation. This role will oversee the financial and statutory requirements of the company’s Philippine entity while ensuring compliance with both local and international tax obligations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly knowledgeable in cross-border tax matters, and capable of working independently. What You Do Accounting & Financial Management Manage day-to-day accounting activities for the Philippine and Australian entities Maintain accurate financial records, ledgers, and reconciliations Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports Ensure compliance with internal controls and accounting standards Payroll Management Process payroll accurately and on time Manage statutory contributions and deductions (e.g., SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, PAYG where applicable) Prepare payroll reports and resolve payroll-related inquiries Ensure compliance with local labor and payroll regulations Tax Compliance & Reporting Prepare, file, and manage company tax obligations in the Philippines and Australia Handle personal tax filings for company principals, as required Ensure timely filing and payment of income tax, VAT/GST, withholding taxes, and other statutory taxes Liaise with tax authorities (BIR, ATO) and external auditors or tax advisors Stay up to date with changes in Philippine and Australian tax laws and regulations Entity & Regulatory Management Manage statutory compliance for the Philippine entity, including registrations, renewals, and filings Coordinate with local regulators and external service providers as needed Support audits, assessments, and regulatory reviews Maintain compliance calendars and documentation What You Must Have Bachelor’s degree holder in Accounting, Finance, or a related field CPA or equivalent professional qualification preferred 5+ years of accounting experience, including payroll and tax compliance Strong working knowledge of Philippine tax laws and regulations Familiarity with Australian taxation (income tax, GST, PAYG, BAS) Experience using Xero, or other Australian accounting software Experience using Sprout HR, or other Philippine accounting software Experience managing or supporting a Philippine corporate entity Experience with cross-border or multinational companies (preferred) Experience handling personal tax filings in addition to corporate tax (preferred) Strong attention to detail and accuracy High level of integrity and confidentiality Excellent organisational and time-management skills Ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines Clear written and verbal communication skills About Us Our Company connects small to medium-sized businesses in Western Australia with a skilled pool of professionals in the Philippines. We support Australian companies by building reliable, full-time remote teams and managing recruitment, payroll, HR, and infrastructure—creating stable, long-term opportunities for talented professionals while allowing businesses to focus on growth.
WorkMate Pro
