Senior Finance Analyst

apartmentScale Suite Pty Ltd placeManila scheduleFull-time calendar_month 

Senior Financial Analyst

Location: Remote (Philippines)
Hours: Standard Australian working hours
Compensation: Above market rates with variable compensation opportunities (incentives)

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About Scale Suite

Scale Suite (www.scalesuite.com.au) is a dynamic Australian startup delivering scalable finance and HR solutions for fast-growing small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs). Our plug-in finance team combines professional expertise with startup agility, empowering businesses to save time, reduce costs, and thrive.

As our hire, you’ll shape our finance operations and drive our growth, with the opportunity to lead a team as we scale. We are one of the only companies successfully leveraging AI.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a brilliant Senior Financial Analyst to join us working remotely to support a portfolio of Australian SMEs. This role is a career-defining chance to tackle complex financial challenges, gain international expertise, and grow into a leadership position.

You’ll design innovative processes, work directly with Australian clients, and leverage your analytical skills to deliver strategic insights that shape business success - all while enjoying unique perks like travel to Sydney.

Responsibilities
  • Oversee and execute advanced bookkeeping, bank reconciliations, and month-end accounting entries for Australian SMEs, identifying trends and optimization opportunities.
  • Manage payroll process with precision, ensuring compliance with Australian taxation, superannuation, and statutory obligations while analyzing variances for strategic improvements.
  • Manage receivables, payables, and BAS (Business Activity Statement) preparation, and exposure to financial models to enhance client cash flow and compliance.
  • Design scalable finance processes, leveraging technology to solve complex operational challenges and drive efficiency across multiple clients.
  • Partner with Australian businesses, delivering professional, customer-facing support and actionable insights to influence high-stakes decisions.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field with Honours from a Top 4 Philippine university
  • 3+ years of experience in bookkeeping, accounting, or payroll, with proven technical excellence in any area (e.g., mastery of IFRS, Philippine tax, or advanced modeling).
  • Qualified CPA in the Philippines a must.
  • Eagerness to master Xero and Australian financial systems (prior experience with Australian accounting standards or Xero is not required).
  • Advanced skills in Excel and Google Sheets, with a willingness to learn financial forecasting, variance analysis, and data-driven problem-solving.
  • Exceptional communication skills, comfortable collaborating in a lean team, engaging with Australian clients, and presenting complex insights with clarity.
  • A growth-oriented mindset with a passion for tackling intellectual challenges and delivering high-impact work.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment, taking initiative to innovate processes and seize strategic opportunities.
  • Familiarization with AI and LLMs to get proven outcomes.
What We Offer
  • Competitive Compensation: Above market rates with variable compensation opportunities (incentives) to reward exceptional performance.
  • Paid Training: Fully funded training to build your Australian tax and compliance expertise, sharpening your analytical edge.
  • Leadership Growth: You’ll have the autonomy to shape our finance operations and lead a Manila-based team as we scale.
  • International Exposure: Gain unparalleled experience working directly with Australian SMEs, solving real-world financial puzzles in a global context.
  • Fully Remote Role: Work from anywhere in the Philippines with a supportive team using modern tools like Slack and Zoom.
  • Travel & Visa Opportunity: Potential for annual travel to Australia for top performers, as business needs arise, to collaborate with clients and teams.
  • Future Opportunities: Exceptional performers may explore visa opportunities to join our Australian team as the company grows.

Why Join Scale Suite?

This is a rare opportunity to join a startup redefining finance for Australian SMEs, where your analytical brilliance and strategic thinking will drive transformative outcomes. As our Manila-based Senior Financial Analyst, you’ll solve intricate financial problems, build cutting-edge processes, and position yourself for leadership - all while gaining international exposure and the potential to travel to Australia.

If you’re a technically strong finance professional eager to make a lasting impact in a high-growth, intellectually stimulating environment, we want to hear from you!

Apply Now: Ready to shape the future of finance with us? Send your CV and a brief introduction to ••••@scalesuite.com.au.

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