Rockstar Senior Accountant Needed at Australian Advisory and Accounting Firm that Empowers People They Work With

Do You Love Numbers and Business??

If so, we need to work together.
WHY YOU SHOULD WANT THIS JOB
– Exciting, relationship-based company
– Dynamic, fun and friendly team
– Work from the comfort of your home (or anywhere with fast internet)
– Long term position
– Feel empowered, take ownership, and make decisions
– Grow with the company
– Live up to your potential
– We’ll invest in your education so you can succeed in this role
– Great opportunities as the company grows
– Make a difference in our clients’ lives
– And maybe, even become a Senior Manager one day
*Seriously, you may be able to earn this position, next to CEO, if you’re incredible!
COMPANY INFO
At Day One Advisory, we’re on a mission to provide exceptional advisory services that are tailored to the specific needs and objectives of our clients.

We’re an advisory first accounting practice which means that we focus on value-add, practical and timely advice to help our clients grow their business, manage cash flow and achieve their financial goals.

Clients from various industries come to us because we prioritize giving them personalized attention and expert advisory services to ensure that they can rely on us as a trusted partner in their financial journey.

Now, we’re growing and we need your help.

We need you to take ownership for a portfolio of clients and be their trusted finance partner. You will be performing tasks relating to day-to-day accounting tasks, month-end, year-end accounting adjustments, financial statement preparation, tax return, and other ad-hoc requests from clients managed by you.
You will work closely with our team to ensure accurate financial reporting and compliance with regulations.

This is an exciting long-term opportunity for you. We will grow and hire more, so you have the potential to become the next Associate Manager or Manager or even Senior Manager, if you are amazing!

So are you ready?
JOB OVERVIEW
We are looking for a proactive, outcome-oriented Senior Accountant to oversee and be responsible for a portfolio of clients to ensure that they are well-serviced throughout the year. The successful candidate will be our first senior-level full-time hire in the Philippines and a key member of the firm.

You will work with a small and growing team of awesome people. We’ll provide extensive training where you need it.

Main Responsibilities:
– Being an Account Manager for client portfolio (client onboarding, software set up, etc.)
– Preparing reports about GST (quarterly) and reviewing income tax lodgement (yearly)
– Tax planning (annual)
– Ad hoc
– client queries (tax, bookkeeping, accounting)
– client onboarding
– software set up
– Mentoring future PH Bookkeepers and Junior Accountants

We primarily work with Xero.

To apply, at the top of your cover letter, please write “This is now in my hands.”

DESCRIPTION OF IDEAL CANDIDATE
– Gets Stuff Done
You take charge and get stuff done! You know you can ask for feedback and resources, but you don’t make excuses. You have a passion and an internal drive to make things happen! You find people who just like to talk and do nothing a bit irritating.

– Figures Stuff Out
You love a good challenge, and to solve problems. You have the world at your fingertips, and with a keyboard and mouse can figure almost anything out.

– Takes Initiative
You’re a go-getter. You’re very energetic, determined to be successful, and always ready to deal with new or difficult situations.

– Self Starter
You’re self-motivated, happy working on your own with minimal guidance. You don’t understand why some people just sit there when they haven’t been told what to do.

– Trustworthy
No matter how delicious the cake is, you won’t sneak a taste of the icing if someone entrusts you to hold it.

– Analytical
You are curious. You get to the bottom of things and solve a problem or find an answer. You don’t assume anything about the problem at hand but you always start by questioning everything about the issue.

– Empathetic
Because you listen well, you’re able to put yourself in others’ shoes.

– Treats Customers like Gold
You see to it that you are able to build great relationships with customers while helping them get what they deserve — exceptional service! After all, you are also a customer, right?

– Takes Ownership
You love to be in charge, and you want more responsibility. You’re confident to say “Let me handle this.”

– Opportunity-Seeker
You want to understand many things. You’re always learning, always growing, driven by your insatiable curiosity. If you weren’t, life would be stale and boring.

– Communicative
You are responsive. More importantly. you are able to express yourself both verbally and in writing. You speak and write clearly and concisely, while building a good rapport with your audience.
COMPANY CULTURE
At Day One Advisory, achieving desired outcomes is paramount. But you don’t have to tackle this responsibility solo! We operate as a cohesive team, ensuring that accurate results are produced collaboratively. We prioritize building relationships and adding value together.

We’re transparent; ask if something isn’t clear, feel comfortable to express your difference of opinion. We work hard and we have fun.

PAY
Based on ability and experience, ranging from Php 100,000-110,000 per month, for this full-time role. If you believe you have more to offer, tell us what you’d like and why you’re able to deliver more value.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
– Honest
– Reliable
– Confidentiality
– Strong MS excel skills
– Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
– End to end bookkeeping experience
– 3+ years Australian tax experience in an Australian Public Practice accounting firm
– High competence in preparing and finalizing financial statements and tax returns for companies, trusts and individuals
– Outstanding working knowledge on GST, BAS, IAS & other compliance related functions
– Extensive experience working with Xero, Xero Practice Manager and Xero Workpapers
– Excellent written and verbal English business communication skills
– Strong attention to detail, time management, and accounting administration skills
– Strong research, problem solving, and interpersonal skills

Preferred (Nice to Have):
CPA
Project management experience
Experience in writing processes and procedures
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
*REQUIRED – Internet: Fast, stable connection

Work Environment: Be able to work privately (you’re accessing confidential financial information) during work hours.

WORKING HOURS
Full time position (40 hours/week); 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Philippine Time

HOW TO APPLY
Email a SHORT cover letter to Click to view.

We can’t wait to work with you!

Lauren
Day One Advisory