ASSOCIATE SMSF AUDITOR

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Process daily bank reconciliation.
• Check each client on a regular basis, and ensure Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable are kept to a high standard.
• Manage inventory and fixed asset schedules.
• Reconcile loan accounts and inter-company transactions.
• Manage payroll accounts of business clients.
• Process month-end journals.
• Maintain accurate accounting records in Xero or any designated accounting software.
• Reconcile GST, PAYG, Integrated Client Account (ATO portal), Income Tax Account (ATO portal), Superannuation payable or any other account affecting BAS/IAS reporting.
• Collect necessary data to start initial set-up of account in Xero, upon purchase of Xero Subscription by the Client.
• Establish the Client’s Chart of Accounts.
• Prepare Bank Data Feed Form and liaise with Client to gather signature.
• Establish Opening balances (Conversion Balances).
• Collate and review prior year financial statements.
• Prepare monthly/quarterly BAS and IAS.
• Prepare manual tax work papers to support the Australian tax accountant.
• Prepare draft financial reports, minutes of the meeting and other compliance reporting.
• Prepare annual individual, company and trust tax returns in accordance with ATO standards.
• Management of ATO and ASIC related correspondence on behalf of DBA Advisory Pty Ltd.
• Conduct research and provide updates to the client vis-a-vis new tax legislations.
• Other related or ad hoc tasks may be assigned from time to time by the immediate superior or the client.

Qualifications:

• Must possess a bachelor’s degree in Accounting / Accountancy or equivalent.
• Fresh graduates are welcome to apply.
• CPA or a master’s degree in Accounting/Finance or related field is a plus.
• Experience in public accounting/audit firm (Big 4 firms preferred) will be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of accounting software is an advantage, e.g. MYOB, QuickBooks, and XERO.
• Extensive knowledge of local accounting and Australian accounting processes is a huge advantage.
• Must be PC proficient, preferably with experience in using large automated accounting systems,  including cloud accounting systems.
• Keen attention to detail and deadline-oriented.
• Strong problem solving, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required.
• Takes responsibility, is results-driven and resourceful, and has a strong sense of accountability.
• Has solid verbal and written communication skills with all levels of management, experience working directly with senior leadership, and the ability to communicate complex information in a clear and concise manner.
• Resilient, mature, and is able to deal with ambiguity.
• Ability to function well in a team-oriented environment and ability to multi-task under pressure.
• Willing to be trained and can work with minimal supervision.