Position Title

Senior Tax Accountant, Australian Taxation

Location

India (Offshore Delivery)
Supporting Australian clients

Experience Required

4–5 years (minimum 3 years in Australian taxation)

Employment Type

Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Tax Accountant with strong hands-on exposure to Australian taxation and compliance. The role requires end-to-end responsibility for tax preparation, review, compliance accuracy, and client deliverables, while working closely with Australian firms.

This is a delivery-critical role, not a learning position.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and review Australian tax returns for:
- Individuals
- Companies
- Trusts
- SMSFs
Handle BAS, IAS, and PAYG compliance
Interpret and apply Australian tax legislation accurately
Review work prepared by junior accountants and ensure quality control
Liaise with Australian clients for clarifications and queries
Manage deadlines in line with ATO lodgement calendars
Ensure documentation, working papers, and audit trails are maintained
Support continuous process improvement and SOP adherence

Technical & Professional Requirements

Strong working knowledge of Australian taxation laws and ATO compliance
Experience with accounting and tax software such as:
- Xero
- MYOB
- QuickBooks
- Handi / BGL / APS (preferred)
Excellent attention to detail and analytical ability
Strong written and verbal communication skills (English)
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Preferred Profile

Prior experience working with Australian CPA firms
Experience reviewing and mentoring junior team members
Comfortable working in structured offshore delivery environments

What This Role Is Not

Not a trainee or entry-level role
Not limited to data entry or basic tax prep
Requires accountability and ownership