SMSF Accountant

SMSF ACCOUNTANT

Keep every fund accurate and compliant. Join our accounting team as an Intermediate SMSF Accountant, supporting the day-to-day accounting and compliance needs of Australian Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.

Work Set-Up: Remote

Role Overview

Prepare SMSF financial statements, annual tax returns, and audit documentation, keeping fund records accurate and supporting compliance with Australian taxation and superannuation regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate fund accounts: Prepare annual financial statements, reconcile bank accounts, and maintain complete financial records.

• Account for investments and member balances: Process shares, managed funds, property, and other assets; calculate contributions, pensions, and benefits; and maintain investment and member records.

• Support tax and regulatory compliance: Prepare annual tax returns, supporting schedules, CGT calculations, tax reconciliations, and regulatory reports; identify and escalate potential compliance issues.

• Keep funds audit-ready: Prepare workpapers and supporting documents, respond to auditor queries, and assist in resolving audit findings.

• Coordinate timely delivery: Work with senior accountants and managers to meet deadlines, address client queries, document accounting activities, and improve process accuracy and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accountancy, Accounting Technology, Finance, or a related field.

• 2–4 years of Australian SMSF accounting experience, including preparing financial statements and annual tax returns.

• Working knowledge of Australian superannuation regulations and ATO compliance requirements.

• Experience with Class Super, BGL Simple Fund 360, or similar SMSF software, plus proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting applications.

• Familiarity with SMSF audit documentation, investment transactions, pension calculations, and capital gains tax is preferred.

• Attention to detail and analytical skills to check fund records, investigate reconciliation differences, and flag compliance issues.

What’s in It for You

1. Recognised by Great Place To Work: Ranked #8 Best Workplace in the Philippines and #3 Best Workplace in IT-BPM in the Medium category for 2026.

1. Work That Fits Real Life: Roles aligned with Australian and US clients, with day and night shift options plus WFH, hybrid and office-based setups depending on the role.

1. Room to Grow: Structured onboarding and ongoing Learning & Development programs that help employees build skills, strengthen capability and prepare for broader responsibilities.

1. Health Cover From Day 1: Health insurance coverage from Day 1 plus dependent coverage, giving employees and their families added peace of mind from the start.

1. Clear Pay, Clear Expectations: Compensation aligned with the role and experience, supported by clear responsibilities and expectations from the outset.

1. Work That Connects You to the Client: Work directly with international businesses as part of a dedicated team that operates as an extension of their business.

1. Support Beyond Day 1: Our People & Culture and support teams stay involved beyond onboarding, providing day-to-day guidance, employee support, engagement and recognition throughout the employee experience.

Plus the everyday extras: Modern workspaces, complimentary onsite meals, flowing coffee and drinks at our café bar, additional time off and tenure incentives.

About Us
At hammerjack, we connect skilled professionals in the Philippines with growing businesses across Australia and beyond—building teams that work as true extensions of our clients. We're proud to be named among the Fortune 100 Best Workplaces in Southeast Asia and ranked 8th Best Workplace in the Philippines.

Our Impact
Our people aren't outsourced—they're embedded. With aligned tools, shared goals, and real accountability, they deliver at the same standard and pace as onshore teams while building long-term careers they're proud of, across accounting, tech, admin, and marketing.