Tax Accountant

Company Overview:

Outsourced is a leading ISO certified global offshore outsourcing company that provides dedicated remote staff to some of the world's leading international companies. Outsourced is recognized as one of the Best Places to Work and has achieved Great Place to Work Certification. We are committed to providing a positive and supportive work environment where all staff can thrive. As an Outsourced staff member, you will enjoy a fun and friendly working environment, competitive salaries, opportunities for growth and development, work-life balance, and the chance to share your passion with a team of over 1000 talented professionals. 

Position Title: Tax Accountant

Location: Onsite (Ahmedabad)

Employment Type: Full-time

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST

Role Overview

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Tax Accountant to manage the end-to-end compliance and reporting needs for a diverse client base, including Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, and Sole Traders. This role requires a strong technical grasp of Australian accounting standards and taxation legislation. Beyond compliance, you will assist with month-end processes and provide tax planning advisory services to optimize client outcomes. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring accuracy in financial statements, tax returns, and activity statements while staying ahead of legislative changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, and sole traders in accordance with Australian accounting standards.  Exposure to Self Managed Super Fund financial statements and tax returns preferred.
• Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS), Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Technical knowledge of Australian taxation legislation, ATO guidelines, and relevant accounting standards.
• Assistance with month-end and year-end accounting processes, including reconciliations and journal adjustments.
• Assistance with tax planning and advisory services to optimise tax outcomes and maintain compliance.
• Stay updated on changes to tax legislation, reporting requirements, and accounting standards.
• Experience with Xero or MYOB or Handiledge

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, candidates must demonstrate the following core competencies:

Technical Compliance & Reporting

• Entity Management: Proven ability to prepare financial statements and tax returns for various entities (Companies, Trusts, Partnerships, and Sole Traders) in strict accordance with Australian Accounting Standards.
• Activity Statements: Extensive experience in preparing and lodging Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Accounting Processes: Proficiency in managing month-end and year-end accounting cycles, including complex bank reconciliations and general ledger journal adjustments.

Knowledge & Legislation

• Regulatory Expertise: In-depth technical knowledge of current Australian taxation legislation, ATO guidelines, and reporting requirements.
• Continuous Learning: A commitment to staying updated on the evolving tax landscape to ensure ongoing compliance and accuracy.

Systems & Software

• Platform Proficiency: Demonstrated hands-on experience with major accounting software suites, specifically Xero, MYOB, or HandiLedger.

Desirable/Preferred:

• SMSF Exposure: Experience in preparing financial statements and tax returns for Self Managed Super Funds (SMSF).
• Advisory Experience: A track record of identifying tax planning opportunities and providing value-add advisory services to clients.
• Qualifications: While not explicitly listed in your notes, a Senior role typically requires completion of (or progress toward) a CA or CPA qualification.

What we Offer

• Health Insurance: We provide medical coverage up to 20 lakh per annum, which covers you, your spouse, and a set of parents. This is available after one month of successful engagement.
• Professional Development: You'll have access to a monthly upskill allowance of 5000 for continued education and certifications to support your career growth.

• Leave Policy: Vacation Leave (VL): 10 days per year, available after probation. You can carry over or encash up to 5 unused days.

• Casual Leave (CL): 8 days per year for personal needs or emergencies, available from day one.

• Sick Leave: 12 days per year, available after probation.

• Flexible Work Hours or Remote Work Opportunities Depending on the role and project.

• Outsourced Benefits such as Paternity Leave, Maternity Leave, etc.