SMSF Accountant-Remote
<p>This is a remote position.</p> <div class="align-justify" style=""> <span style="orphans:2; text-indent:0px; widows:2; float:none; display:inline !important"><b><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Summary </span> </span> </b> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> </span> </span> </span> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> </span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span> </div> <div class="align-justify" style=""> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br></span></span> </div> <div class="align-justify" style=""> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented SMSF Accountant to join our growing team providing accounting and taxation services to clients based in Australia. This role is ideal for someone with 2+ years of hands-on SMSF experience, who is looking to take the next step in their accounting career while gaining deeper exposure to Australian superannuation and compliance standards. This is a full-time remote position reporting to our Surat office. </span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span> </div> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br></span></span> </div> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br></span></span> </div> <div> <span><span><span style="orphans:2; text-indent:0px; widows:2; float:none; display:inline !important"><b><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Responsibilities</span> </span> </b> </span> </span> </span> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span> </div> <ul> <li><span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Prepare financial statements and tax returns for Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSFs)</b> in accordance with Australian accounting standards and tax laws.</span> </span> </span> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Maintain accurate and up-to-date SMSF client records, including bank reconciliation, journal entries, and investment reporting.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Review and prepare</b><b> trust deeds, investment strategies, and compliance documentation</b> <b>.</b> </span> <b> </b> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <b> </b> <b> <br></b></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Assist in and coordinate the SMSF audit process, including liaising with auditors and ensuring timely submissions.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Ensure SMSF compliance with the SIS Act</b> and other relevant superannuation legislation.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Communicate with clients and financial advisers</b> to resolve queries and clarify fund-related matters.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Use and maintain accurate records using <b>BGL 360, Class Super, Xero, and/or MYOB.</b> </span> <b> </b> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <b> </b> <b> <br></b></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Support senior accountants</b> and team leads in improving internal processes and training junior staff.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Stay updated</b> with changes in SMSF legislation, ATO guidelines, and industry trends.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Contribute to team projects, best practice initiatives, and ongoing client service improvements.</span> </span> <br></li> </ul><br><h3>Requirements</h3> <div> <span><span><b><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Skills & Experience</span> </span> </b> </span> </span> <br> </div> <ul> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span></span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Minimum 2 years of experience in SMSF</b> accounting, tax compliance, or audit.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Strong working knowledge </b>of SMSF regulations, ATO requirements, and superannuation compliance.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Proficiency in <b>BGL 360, Class Super</b>, Xero, MYOB, or similar SMSF/accounting software.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Experience working with Australia-based clients is highly preferred.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><b>Good written and verbal communication skills</b>.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. </span> </span> <span></span> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> </span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br> </span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span></li> </ul> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br></span></span> </div> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><b><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Person specification</span> </span> </b> </span> <br> </div> <ul> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span></span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">High level of accountability, accuracy, and independence.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Professional demeanour and client-focused approach.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Ability to work collaboratively within a fast-paced team environment.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Adaptable to evolving work requirements and regulatory changes.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li class="align-justify" style=""><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Willingness to work in a full-time remote role reporting to our Surat office.</span> </span> <br></li> </ul> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"><br></span></span> </div> <div> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><span><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"></span></span><b><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Behaviour</span> </span> </b> </span> <br> </div> <ul style="orphans:2; text-indent:0px; widows:2" class="ul1"> <li style="" class="li2 align-left"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Professional and proactive attitude.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li style="" class="li2 align-left"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Strong team player with a collaborative mindset.</span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> <br></span></span></li> <li style="" class="li2 align-left"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">High level of integrity and commitment to quality.</span> </span> <br></li> </ul><br><h3>Benefits</h3> <div> <ul style="margin:10px 0px 10px 20px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:outside none none; background-image:none; orphans:2; text-indent:0px; widows:2"> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">5-Day Work Week</span></span><br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">ACCA Approved Employer</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Health insurance</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Personal Accidental Insurance</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Leave encashment</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Paid time off</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Provident Fund</span> </span> <br></li> <li style="background-image:none; background-position:0px 0px; padding:0px 0px 0px 5px; list-style:inside disc !important"><span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"><span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px">Employee State Insurance</span> </span> <span class="size" style="font-size:13.3333px"> </span> <span class="font" style="font-family:verdana, sans-serif"> </span> <br></li> </ul> </div><br>