Accounting Assistant

About the Role We're seeking an experienced Accountant with strong real estate accounting exposure to support our Australian clients. You'll manage full-cycle accounting for property portfolios, ensure accurate financial reporting, and partner closely with property managers and stakeholders. Must-Have Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field. 2–5 years of accounting experience, preferably in real estate/property management or property funds. Demonstrated experience with property accounting tasks: rent rolls, CAM reconciliations, tenant billing, lease review, and property-level financials. Strong command of Australian accounting standards and compliance awareness (GST, BAS support, trust account handling where applicable). Advanced Excel/Google Sheets skills; comfortable with month-end journals, accruals, amortisation, and variance analysis. Key Responsibilities Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements and management reports for property portfolios. Perform full-cycle G/L accounting: journals, accruals, prepayments, depreciation, and amortisation schedules. Reconcile rent rolls, bank accounts, and general ledger balances. Process and monitor accounts payable/receivable for properties, including tenant rent, security deposits, and fees. Review lease agreements for accounting implications (rent escalations, renewals, modifications) and maintain accurate records. Support budgeting and forecasting cycles; prepare annual property budgets and assist with cash flow tracking. Coordinate with property managers on financial queries, budget variances, and owner/investor reporting. Assist with audits, tax filings support, and compliance documentation. Maintain trust account compliance and regulatory requirements where applicable. Nice-to-Have Exposure to Australian real estate clients or cross-border remote work. Familiarity with Australian property tax obligations and reporting timelines Experience with BI/reporting tools and process improvements in property accounting. Note: The job description is not final as the depth and scope of the role will depend on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and technical capabilities. Technical Requirements: Equipment is self-provided Computer: RAM: 8GB HDDISDD: 512 GB PU/Processor: Intel Core i5 or AMD Ryzen 5 (12th generation or newest) Operating System: Windows 11 Home or Pro Power Backup: Power station, Powerbank, UPS, and etc. Extra Display: Secondary/External Monitor Audio & Video: Noise-Cancelling Headset + Web Cam Internet Speed: 40-50 Mbps minimum bandwidth speed for both Download and Uploads. Contractor Perks & Rewards: 20 Paid Time Off Referral Bonus - 70 AUD per successful referral to the Wingman platform (paid at 1st month mark with a client contract) Annual Trip - connect with the broader Wingman community in person Dedicated Support Contact (CSM) - someone to help you succeed and stay connected Access to a Network = collaborate with follow contractors and onshore specialists Opportunities to Upskill - optional sessions, peer learning, and developmental pathways More Work, More Opportunity - potential for additional contracts, Statements of Work, or expanded workloads High-Impact Projects - work alongside top-tier Australian partners on meaningful assignments Flexibility First - deliver your work in your way, with full autonomy on how you achieve outcomes Advisory Support - HR, Tax, and setup guidance available to make contracting seamless 100% Work-From-Home Contracts - all engagements designed for remote delivery Pre-engagement requirements for Independent Contractors: BiR as you are a contractor (Required to submit any contributions required by the government.) NBI or Police Clearance Any Government-issued 10 Note: If you think you have the skills and experience we are looking for but are short on technical requirements, don’t hesitate to reach out to us to discuss the matter