Senior Accountant / Financial Controller

Wingman Group PTY

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Senior Accountant to join the finance team. The Senior Accountant will manage and oversee financial activities, applying accounting principles and best practices to ensure accurate financial information and regulatory compliance. This is a remote, work-from-home role based in the Philippines, advertised at 40 hours per week as full-time and permanent. The position is described as a contractor engagement.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Accounting.
At least 2 years of experience in a senior accounting role.
Proficiency in Excel, FBT, and GST.
Knowledge of what should and should not be paid when preparing a payroll tax return.
Prior experience drafting consolidated financial statements.
Understanding of transaction rollout.
Experience with month-end accounts and reports and payroll.
Confident manner and good English communication skills.
Reliable internet connection and a home-office setup.
Self-provided equipment: computer with at least 8 GB RAM, 512 GB HDD/SSD, and Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 processor (12th generation or newest); Windows 11 Home or Pro; power backup such as a power station, power bank, or UPS; secondary or external monitor; noise-cancelling headset; webcam; and internet with a minimum 40–50 Mbps download and upload speed.
Independent contractors must submit BIR documentation for required government contributions, an NBI or police clearance, and a government-issued ID.
Able to start as soon as possible.

Nice To Haves

A home-office computer with i5 specifications and 60 Mbps internet speed is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare and analyze financial statements and reports, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards and regulations.
Identify and correct errors in balance sheets and profit-and-loss statements.
Review general ledger and balance sheet activity and make corrections when necessary.
Check bank reconciliations and determine how to correct errors.
Oversee general ledger accounting, including journal entries, reconciliations, and month-end and year-end closing processes.
Prepare and review budgets and forecasts, recommending cost reductions and revenue improvements.
Manage and reconcile intercompany transactions and accounts.
Complete financial audits, tax filings, and other regulatory requirements accurately and on time.
Mentor and train junior accounting staff, providing guidance and support.
Handle month-end accounts and reports, payroll, and payroll tax returns.

Benefits

20 paid time off days.
Referral bonus of AUD 70 per successful referral to the Wingman platform, paid at the first-month mark with a client contract.
Annual trip to connect with the broader Wingman community in person.
Dedicated support contact (CSM).
Access to a network of fellow contractors and onshore specialists.
Optional upskilling sessions, peer learning, and developmental pathways.
Potential for additional contracts, Statements of Work, or expanded workloads.
High-impact projects with Australian partners.
Flexibility and autonomy in how work is delivered.
HR, tax, and setup advisory support.
100% work-from-home contracts.