Senior Australian Tax Accountant

About the role

Emapta is seeking a Senior Australian Tax Accountant to deliver tax excellence for a diverse portfolio of individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships. You will prepare tax returns, financial statements and compliance deliverables while supporting broader advisory initiatives in a hybrid work environment.

Key responsibilities

• Review and lodge Australian income tax and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns for individuals, companies, partnerships and trusts.
• Apply Australian tax compliance requirements across assigned engagements and assist with tax planning strategies.
• Prepare financial statements in line with current accounting, statutory and reporting standards.
• Complete and review engagement workpapers, ensuring accuracy and proper documentation.
• Investigate technical accounting matters and resolve complex client issues.
• Coach and support graduate and intermediate accountants through technical guidance.
• Monitor lodgement schedules to ensure timely and accurate tax and reporting obligations.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce or related field with a major in Accounting.
• Minimum 2 years of solid Australian taxation experience across diverse client portfolios.
• Strong knowledge of CGT, Division 7A, FBT, GST, budgeting and fee preparation.
• CPA qualification or equivalent professional accounting certification preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical attention to detail.

Required skills

• Xero
• Cloud‑based accounting software
• Australian tax compliance
• Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
• Division 7A
• Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT)
• Goods and Services Tax (GST)
• Budgeting
• Fee preparation
• Financial statement preparation

What we offer

• Day‑1 HMO covering two dependents
• Competitive salary package up to PHP 120,000
• Hybrid work arrangement with a prime Ortigas office location
• Fixed day‑shift schedule with weekends off
• Salary advance program (subject to bank assessment)
• Continuous learning and professional growth opportunities