AU Accountant (001-1047) at Hunt St

, , Philippines -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

3000.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Qualified Accountant, Financial Accounting, Month-End Close, Balance Sheet Reconciliations, Financial Controls, General Ledger Management, Audit Support, BAS Preparation, Financial Reporting, ERP Systems, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving, Communication Skills, Process Improvement, Operational Efficiency

Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Description

Looking for Philippines-based candidates Job Role: Accountant Compensation range: $2,500 AUD - $3,000 AUD / Monthly Engagement type: Independent Contractor Agreement Work Schedule: This role is expected to align with the AU business hours (approx. 9 AM - 5 PM, Monday to Friday) for collaboration, but as a contractor, you’ll have flexibility in how you manage your time. Who We Are: At Hunt St, we help Australian companies hire top remote talent in the Philippines. For this role, you will be engaged directly by the client as an independent contractor. We are not an outsourcing agency. All of our roles are 100% remote so you'll be able to work from home. Who The Client Is: The client is a privately held, family-owned enterprise with a long operating history in the machinery and equipment industry. The organisation has undergone rapid growth over the past few years, substantially increasing both its workforce and revenue. As part of this expansion, the business is investing in talent to support scale, operational excellence, and long-term sustainability. Role Overview: Support the Financial Controller with the ongoing AP Automation project, month-end close activities, reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day finance operations while contributing to process improvements across the finance function. Key Responsibilities: Support the ongoing AP Automation project, including testing, implementation, and process improvements. Assist with month-end and year-end close activities. Prepare balance sheet, bank, and corporate credit card reconciliations. Prepare financial reports and maintain the general ledger. Support accounts payable, accounts receivable, and other day-to-day finance activities. Assist with BAS preparation, audit requirements, and statutory reporting, where applicable. Support finance projects and identify opportunities to improve processes, controls, and efficiencies. Collaborate with the Financial Controller and operational stakeholders across the business. Required Skills and Qualifications: Qualified Accountant (CA, CPA, or equivalent). 3 to 5 years of experience in financial or group accounting, preferably within multi-entity or multi-site environments. Strong understanding of month-end close, balance sheet reconciliations, financial controls, and general ledger management. Experience supporting audits, BAS preparation, and monthly financial reporting. Experience working with ERP or dealership management systems; involvement in system implementations or upgrades is highly regarded. Advanced Microsoft Excel skills; experience with Power BI or other reporting tools is an advantage. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Ability to identify process improvements and drive operational efficiencies. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information to non-finance stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Tools & Systems: Advanced Microsoft Excel (PivotTables, XLOOKUP, Power Query, financial reporting) ERP or dealership management systems (SAP, Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Dynamics 365, MYOB Advanced, Pentana, or similar) Accounting software (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, Sage, or similar) AP Automation platforms (Lightyear, Dext, ApprovalMax, Tipalti, or similar) Reporting and BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, Teams) Work Arrangement & Expectations: This is a remote role that will be set up as an independent contractor engagement. To ensure alignment and transparency, successful candidates will be expected to: Be available for meetings and collaboration during core [AEST or PHT] business hours Disclose any existing ongoing roles or client work Reflect this engagement on their LinkedIn profile (clearly marked as “Independent Contractor”)

Responsibilities

Support the Financial Controller with the ongoing AP Automation project, month-end close activities, reconciliations, financial reporting, and day-to-day finance operations. Contribute to process improvements across the finance function.