Outsourced Accounting Specialist

About Us: At FinAssist, we are a dynamic and rapidly expanding firm specialising in outsourced Financial Planning services for Australian Advisers. Our clients’ offices are located across different cities including Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Brisbane providing a vibrant and collaborative working environment for our team members. More information can be found from our mother company's website at https://www.aptiumassist.com.au/about

We are seeking an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our dynamic team, providing accounting and tax support for Australian clients remotely from our Ho Chi Minh office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation of BAS Returns: Accurately prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS) on a quarterly or monthly basis, depending on the client's requirements.

• Tax Returns for Individuals and SMSFs: Prepare tax returns for individual clients and Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs), ensuring compliance with relevant tax regulations.

• Liaising with SMSF Auditors: Assist in addressing audit queries promptly during the audit process to ensure smooth compliance.

• Pension & Contribution Strategies: Support the setup of pension payments, contribution strategies, and the required documentation for SMSF clients

• Provision of Tax Advice: Provide clients with sound advice regarding various business and personal taxation issues, including but not limited to:

o Setup advice

o GST (Goods and Services Tax)

o FBT (Fringe Benefits Tax)

o Tax planning

o Cash-flow budgeting

o SMSF-related taxation matters

• Information Gathering & Analysis: Review client information, extract relevant data, and summarise findings. Follow up with clients directly for additional details when necessary.

• Client Communication: Respond to emails from clients and schedule appointments as required. Ensure clients are kept up to date with the progress of their work.

• Team Collaboration: Demonstrate genuine loyalty to the business and team. Be approachable, positive, friendly, and willing to assist team members in achieving shared goals. Provide support in other areas of the business, including compliance and financial planning, as needed.

Key Competencies and Qualifications:

• Experience & Communication: Minimum 3 years’ experience in accounting with a solid understanding of SMSF processing and liaising with auditors. Strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to effectively communicate with clients, both in writing and verbally, in a remote, team-based environment. IELTS Certificate of 7.0+ or equivalent required.

• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of Australian tax laws, including GST, FBT, tax planning, and SMSF-related regulations. An intermediate understanding of the Superannuation Industry (Supervision) Act (SIS Act), ATO compliance, and audit requirements for SMSFs is essential.

• Teamwork & Collaboration: Ability to work effectively as part of a team, achieving shared goals and employing problem-solving strategies to overcome challenges.

• Proficiency in Key Software: Advanced skills in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Xero, and BGL Simple Fund 360, with a strong technical understanding of accounting concepts.

• Client Engagement & Service: Proven ability to identify client needs, think creatively, and actively engage clients in additional services offered by the business, fostering long-term relationships.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with full social security benefits.

• Annual 13th / 14th month bonus.

• Four weeks of paid annual leave.

• A young, friendly, and supportive office environment.

• Continuous training and professional development opportunities.

• Potential for travel to Australia and other Asian countries.

• Exciting team outings and activities.

Join Us: If you are ready to embark on a rewarding career as a Senior Accountant with FinAssist, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become a vital part of our dedicated team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional accounting services.