Accountant

About Sharesource:

We are a BCorp company whose purpose is to democratise opportunities for individuals from developing countries. With our brand and culture empowering our partners to attract and keep the most qualified members, we share the knowledge to unleash potential and grow scaling teams for Australian and Canadian businesses.

https://www.sharesource.com.au/

What are we looking for?

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Accountant to support month-end reporting, reconciliations, financial reporting, payroll, and day-to-day accounting operations. 

The ideal candidate will have strong Australian accounting knowledge, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to analyse financial data, maintain accurate records, and support compliance and financial decision-making.

What are you expected to do?

• Manage and support month-end closing and financial reporting processes.

• Prepare and review journals, accruals, prepayments, and account reconciliations.

• Maintain the accuracy and integrity of the general ledger and ensure transactions are correctly recorded.

• Prepare and analyse monthly financial and management reports.

• Review revenue, expenditure, balance sheet movements, and financial variances, providing explanations where required.

• Monitor cash flow and assist with cash flow forecasting and planning.

• Assist with annual budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing variance analysis.

• Provide financial information and analysis to assist management with business and financial decisions.

• Support Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) processes.

• Perform and review bank reconciliations, identifying and resolving discrepancies.

• Process fortnightly payroll and payroll-related reconciliations.

• Assist with BAS, GST, year-end reporting, and other statutory and financial compliance requirements.

• Reconcile home care funding, claims, client contributions, and Support at Home (SAH) financial transactions.

• Prepare and review weekly payment batches and expense reimbursements.

• Maintain effective financial controls, procedures, and supporting documentation.

• Assist with external accountants, auditors, and other financial reporting requirements.

• Review finance processes and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, accuracy, and automation.

• Provide support and guidance across the broader Finance and Accounts function as required.

You'll be a great fit if:

• You have 3–5+ years of relevant accounting experience, preferably in an Accountant or similar role.

• You have a tertiary qualification in Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline.

• You have demonstrated experience with month-end close, financial reporting, general ledger, reconciliations, and financial analysis.

• You have a strong understanding of Australian accounting standards, GST, BAS, and taxation requirements.

• You have experience managing or supporting AP, AR, payroll, and general accounting functions.
• You have advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including formulas, data analysis, reconciliations, reporting, and spreadsheet management.
• You are proficient in Xero and confident working with other accounting and financial systems.
• You have a strong understanding of financial controls and reconciliation processes.
• You have excellent attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when handling large volumes of financial data.
• You have strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• You have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify discrepancies and investigate issues independently.
• You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• You have a proactive, reliable, and solutions-focused approach and can work independently and collaboratively.

It would be desirable if:

• You have a CPA qualification (not required).

• You have experience in home care, aged care, healthcare, disability, or community services, particularly in a government-funded environment.

What you gain beyond the role:

• Remote + Hybrid Flexibility: Enjoy the best of both worlds—collaborative office days when it counts, balanced with the freedom to work from home.
• Achieve Work-Life Balance and Flexibility: Work in an environment where you're trusted and empowered to work independently, while still having the support you need to deliver your best. Here, flexibility isn't just a perk—it's how we help you perform at your best, without sacrificing life outside of work.
• Open Culture: Your voice matters, we encourage proactive communication and fresh ideas.
• Supportive Team: From your very first day to every career milestone, we've got your back—with long-term growth and projects you can truly thrive in.

• Learn and Grow: Training, coaching, and international opportunities to level up your skills and career

• Be part of a B-Corp company that puts people and planet first while creating meaningful impact.

Please note: This role is remote; however, we require candidates to be based locally in the Philippines. This is to support occasional onsite activities such as team events, client meetings, or equipment handover. Additionally, local residency is necessary for compliance with Philippines labor laws and employment regulations.

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Why work for Sharesource?

Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire hundreds of skillful individuals  from a wide variety of backgrounds, genders, ages, and personalities to live out our diverse culture and make a positive impact on the world!

Our 5 Values:

• Make a social impact: We balance our work for client teams and for society by constantly making a positive impact.

• Be proactive: We encourage brave thinking and continuous improvement, and drive change through action.

• Create value: We create measurable values for our stakeholders: our teams, partners, suppliers, investors, and communities.
• Be fair, open and honest: We foster equality and inclusivity in a supportive environment that embraces diversity and celebrates achievements.

• Add fun, passion and love: We prioritise fun and passion, fostering higher engagement and a positive can-do attitude.

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What to Expect in the Process?

1. You'll go through 3–4 interviews plus a possible assessment with our client partner. This includes an initial chat, a culture-fit interview, and 1–2 conversations with our awesome client. The whole process usually takes 1–2 weeks, but we'll let you know if things need to move quicker.
2. Our best advice? Be yourself and enjoy the conversations. We'll keep you updated every step of the way, and you're always welcome to reach out for updates anytime.
3. If all goes well, we'll complete reference checks and requirements quickly—so we can get that job offer to you without delay.

We would be grateful if you have these already:

• Fit to Work/Health Card (Basic 5 employment medical tests)

• NBI Clearance

• Social IDs - PHIC, SSS, HDMF, TIN 

• Character references with contact info

At Sharesource, we believe in the value of diversity and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace, and we do not discriminate based on factors such as race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or disability.