AUSTRALIAN ACCOUNTING VA

VA4U is seeking a skilled and experienced Australian Accountant / Accounting Virtual Assistant to join our growing remote team. This is a challenging role designed for someone who excels in managing the full accounting cycle for Australian businesses—not just bookkeeping. You will take ownership of day-to-day financial operations, ensure compliance with Australian accounting standards and tax regulations, and provide reliable, high-quality accounting support to our clients.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage the complete accounting cycle, from transaction processing to financial reporting

- Maintain accurate general ledger accounts and keep all financial records up to date

- Process Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

- Conduct bank, credit card, loan, and balance sheet reconciliations

- Prepare and lodge BAS (Business Activity Statements) and IAS (Instalment Activity Statements)

- Prepare and reconcile GST reports in line with Australian tax regulations

- Process payroll, including leave entitlements, PAYG withholding, superannuation, and complying with Single Touch Payroll (STP) requirements

- Prepare monthly management reports, including Profit & Loss statements, Balance Sheets, and Cash Flow reports

- Complete month-end and year-end close procedures, covering journals, accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and reconciliations

- Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis

- Prepare workpapers and supporting documentation for external accountants and tax agents

- Ensure compliance with Australian accounting standards, tax requirements, and internal controls

- Identify discrepancies, investigate variances, and recommend process improvements

- Communicate professionally with clients, accountants, suppliers, and other stakeholders

- Support ad hoc accounting, finance, and administrative projects as required

Requirements

- At least 3 years of Australian accounting experience within a firm or supporting Australian businesses

- Demonstrated expertise managing the full accounting cycle

- Solid understanding of Australian accounting principles, GST, BAS, IAS, payroll, PAYG, superannuation, and STP compliance

- Advanced user of Xero (preferred), and proficient with MYOB and/or QuickBooks Online

- Experience preparing financial statements and month/year-end reports

- Ability to analyse financial data and resolve discrepancies independently

- Outstanding attention to detail with a high level of accuracy

- Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

- Excellent written and verbal English

- Able to work independently and juggle multiple priorities

- Available to work during Australian business hours (AEST)

Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field

- CPA, CA, or equivalent accounting accreditation is advantageous

- Experience supporting Australian accounting firms or multiple SME clients

- Familiarity with cloud-based accounting, document management software, and payroll platforms

What We Offer

- Permanent Work From Home arrangement

- Full-time, long-term employment

- Immediate start

- Opportunity to work with a variety of Australian businesses across different industries

- Supportive, collaborative remote team culture

- Professional development and career growth opportunities