Head Accountant/ Tax Team Lead

Posted 2024-11-19

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💎 Seniority level: Senior, Minimum of 5 years

📍 Location: Philippines, AU Time Zone, NOT STATED

💸 Salary: 2200 - 3100 AUD per month

🔍 Industry: Wealth advisory and professional services

🏢 Company: Hunt St

⏳ Experience: Minimum of 5 years

🪄 Skills: LeadershipFinancial ManagementCommunication SkillsAnalytical SkillsCollaborationMicrosoft ExcelProblem SolvingMicrosoft OfficeMentoringAccountingAttention to detailOrganizational skillsTime ManagementWritten communicationComplianceMicrosoft Office SuiteCoaching

Requirements:

CPA or equivalent professional certification preferred.
Minimum of 5 years of accounting experience, with a focus on Australian tax and superannuation fund management.
Proven track record in training and mentoring accounting staff.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and motivate a team.
High level of confidence and initiative, capable of independently running the accounting team.
Proficient in Xero and XPM - Xero Certification.
Xero Payroll experience.
Experience with BGL360 and FYI Docs.

Responsibilities:

Lead, mentor, and train the accounting team, ensuring high standards of performance and collaboration.
Provide guidance and support to junior accountants and bookkeepers as they join the team.
Oversee and manage day-to-day accounting team activities and tasks, including preparation of financial reporting, tax returns, and other compliance activities.
Focus on Australian tax and superannuation fund management to ensure all regulations and deadlines are met.
Identify and implement improvements to existing accounting processes and systems.
Stay updated on industry best practices and regulatory changes to maintain compliance and efficiency.
Prepare accurate and timely financial reports to support decision-making.

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