Accountant

Job description
Company Profile

Freedom Business Services (Pvt) Ltd is a fully owned subsidiary of Freedom Finance Australia that is engaged in the financial planning industry in Australia. Freedom Business Services provides offshore support for the business activities of the organization.

Job Profile

You are responsible to provide optimal client service with the provision of quality, timely and cost-effective accounting, and business services. Key tasks include responsibility for leadership, technical competence, commercial acumen, business development and the preparation of various financial statements, tax returns and GST returns. The position can also require coaching and support of less experienced accounting staff. You are also, responsible for client relationships – proactively works to establish and maintain effective client relationships and continually looks for ways to add value to the organization.

Responsibilities
• Prepare general workpapers and spreadsheets in support of the client’s source documents.
• Complete client data input as required – Accounts payable, Accounts receivable, Bank reconciliations, etc.
• Ensure payroll is completed accurately.
• Generate necessary journal entries and review general ledger accounts for any errors.
• Prepare Management reports, Interim income tax returns, monthly BASs, monthly IASs, monthly Payroll Tax, annual FBT returns for review.
• Generate monthly report to ensure intercompany loan accounts match in each entity.
• Finalise financial statements and income tax returns.
• Provide general assistance with the processing of all bookkeeping and accounting tasks for your team.
• Review and discuss financial statements and tax returns with clients regarding outcomes.
• Provide client assistance with compliance issues related to matters arising from PAYG, GST, Workcover, Superannuation, Centrelink and other government agencies.
• Provide general training and support to the staff and managers on all matters arising from research and taxation matters.
• Responsible for electronic filing of client’s records, preparation of statutory documents for companies and trusts, maintenance of minute books, share registers and other statutory records for clients.
• Manage a client base effectively, including client access / contact, job turnaround, costing and debtor control.

Qualifications & Experience
• Professional qualification in Accounting and Finance (CIMA/ACCA, Chartered Accountant)
• Degree or Bachelor of Business majoring in accounting or equivalent.
• Familiarity working with accounting software packages like XERO, QuickBooks and Australian Taxation Systems
• Thorough knowledge of accounting and corporate finance principles and procedures
• Minimum 3 – 4 years of experience in the accounting industry
• Minimum 1 year Australian Accounting experience is mandatory

Skills
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a deadline driven environment
• Strong analytical and accounting skills
• Excellent verbal and written dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Additional Information
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• This is a full-time position
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Freedom Business Services (Pvt) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer