Senior Accountant

Role: Senior Accountant – Business Advisory Work Arrangement: Work from Home Location: Angeles (Pampanga), Mabalacat, Ortigas, Makati, Cebu, Davao, Bacolod Schedule: Morning Shift Key Responsibilities: This is a newly created role to support our growing client base. You’ll work directly with the Managing Partner and get exposure well beyond a traditional accounting firm role. This role is ideal for a newly qualified CA or CPA coming out of an Australian business services or tax environment who wants something more flexible, commercial, and interesting. It’s particularly well suited to someone returning to the workforce (e.g. a parent) who still wants to do high-quality work — without the rigid structure of a traditional firm. You’ll get exposure to startups, founders, and real commercial decision-making — not just compliance work. You’ll support both client delivery and internal operations across the firm, including: Client Accounting & Compliance - Month-end support and financial reporting for clients - Bank, payroll, and balance sheet reconciliations (Xero) - Preparation of BAS, IAS, and income tax returns - Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns Advisory & Operations Support - Assist with entity setup and structuring - Prepare ASIC forms and support ongoing compliance - Support CFO/advisory engagements (cash flow, reporting, insights) Growth & Learning - Assist with R&D Tax Incentive claims and documentation - Work with startups and scale-ups across different industries - Exposure to grants, funding, and investor readiness Qualification and requirements: - CA or CPA qualified (or very close to completion) - 3–6 years’ experience in Australian business services / tax - Strong working knowledge of Xero (non-negotiable) - Experience preparing BAS, tax returns, and reconciliations - Comfortable working directly with clients - Detail-oriented but pragmatic - Comfortable in a fast-moving, less structured environment - Proactive and able to manage your own time - Enjoy working closely with founders and small teams - Curious — you want to learn beyond compliance Non-negotiable skills & requirements: - CA or CPA qualified (or very close to completion) - 3–6 years’ experience in Australian business services / tax - Strong working knowledge of Xero (non-negotiable) - Experience preparing BAS, tax returns, and reconciliations Perks & Benefits (Work From Home): - Comprehensive health and life insurance on your 16th day of employment, covering 1 free dependent on the 16th day of employment - Flexible leave credits which may be used for vacation, emergency and sick leaves - Quarterly perks boxes for WFH staff, offering groceries and snacks to keep you fueled - Superb and exciting Mid-Year Parties – with items to give away and cash prizes! - Endless opportunities for career advancement - Annual Performance Review with Salary Increase - We set you up for success with a company-provided PC/Laptop and fiber internet connection - Tech-on-wheels Support - Participate and join our CS Social Clubs and Special Interest Groups to connect with colleagues - International career growth and connections - Unlimited cash incentives for hired referrals - Mental Wellness Employee Assistance program through Lifeworks - In-house psychiatrist available to support employees' well-being - Become part of the Employee Share Units program - Cloudstaff Dream Points - To be used for bidding useful items like appliances, kitchenettes etc.