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Hiring a remote SMSF Accountant in the Philippines

A SMSF Accountant (Self-Managed Superannuation Fund) usually works for an accounting firm or wealth generation company to assist their clients manage their SMSF accounts. This type of accountant is highly qualified and experienced and is able to work independently, as well as within a team environment.

Adding a SMSF Accountant to your team means that your clients can leverage all the benefits of a self-managed superannuation fund, whilst obtaining expert assistance with their financial and taxation obligations.

The tasks performed by your offshore SMSF Accountant depend on your requirements, however they may include the following:

• Establish or terminate SMSFs for your clients.
• Set up TFNs, ABNs and Trusts.
• Facilitate SMSF transfers both within and outside the SMSF environment.
• Prepare and review financial and taxation statements and summaries.
• Perform an annual audit and compliance check of SMSFs.
• Prepare and submit tax returns.
• Suggest and implement tax minimisation strategies.
• Liaise with clients and statutory authorities.
• Ensure that clients are aware of their compliance obligations.
• Process required transactions on behalf of clients.

Basically, a SMSF Accountant takes care of the financial and taxation requirements of client SMSFs, using their experience to ensure that the best possible outcomes are achieved. With an extensive knowledge of superannuation laws, your SMSF Accountant helps your clients respond quickly to any changes in regulatory requirements. They also advise on the most suitable types of investments and tax minimisation strategies to achieve your client’s financial goals.

If you want to expand your client base or provide your clients with expert SMSF Accounting services, then hiring an offshore SMSF Accountant is a very cost effective strategy.

Qualifications of a SMSF Accountant

Your dedicated SMSF Accountant will be highly experienced with a Bachelor of Accounting or similar qualification. They will possess expertise in SMSF compliance, including the preparation of tax returns and financial statements, exceptional attention to detail and a high level of communication skills. Problem solving and strong analytical skills round out the skills of your new full-time SMSF Accountant.

Outsourced – leading provider of remote SMSF Accountants

With access to an extensive pool of highly qualified and experienced SMSF Accountants, Outsourced manages the entire recruitment and onboarding processes for your company. With a list of your requirements, we present you with a shortlist of suitable candidates and once you have made your selection, your new dedicated SMSF Accountant works full-time from our state-of-the-at facility in the Philippines. We provide all the resources and infrastructure they require and all you need to do is oversee their work on a daily or weekly basis.

Offshore staffing is a very popular strategy with many businesses of all sizes and across all sectors. That’s because it’s a strategy that saves a significant amount of time and money, allowing companies to expand their operations and customer base whilst obtaining the services of a highly qualified and experienced professional.

For more information on hiring a remote SMSF Accountant for your business or organisation in the Philippines, contact Outsourced today.