Junior Tax Accountant

About Odin

ODIN is the global leader in Australian mortgage broking, tax and conveyancing services for Australian expats and overseas investors. We operate an ACL-regulated, TPB-registered multi-practice model spanning mortgages, tax, and conveyancing, with offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, Nepal, and Australia. Our clients are high-income Australian expats making some of the most consequential financial decisions of their lives — we take the trust that implies seriously.

Our Values

At Odin, we operate with high ownership, deep accountability, and an obsession with delivering exceptional customer experiences.
We don’t wait to be told what to do. We act like owners, improve every day, and deliver WOW moments for clients and partners. If this resonates with how you approach your work, we’d love to hear from you.

Why Join Odin

Build a strong foundation in Australian taxation while gaining practical exposure to expatriate and non-resident tax matters. You will work alongside experienced tax professionals, support a diverse portfolio of Australian expats and overseas investors. The role will help you strengthen your technical knowledge, client communication, and advisory skills while contributing to ongoing process improvements.

About the Role

We’re looking for a detail-oriented and client-focused Tax Accountant (Australian Tax Specialist) to join our growing tax team in Kathmandu. In this role, you’ll manage a portfolio of tax clients, deliver accurate and compliant returns, and provide proactive tax planning strategies—especially for expats and overseas investors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and finalize Australian resident and non-resident tax returns.
• Advise clients on tax residency rules, foreign income reporting, and rental property taxation
• Apply CGT rules, including main residence exemptions and cost base resets
• Review client-provided financial documents (rental/property loan statements, etc.)
• Communicate with the ATO regarding notices, assessments, and objections
• Maintain accurate client records aligned with Odin’s processes and compliance standards
• Identify legitimate tax-saving strategies within ATO compliance rules
• Support continuous improvements and contribute to knowledge base documentation

Requirements

Required Experience

• Up to 1 year of Australian tax experience (resident or non-resident returns)
• Strong knowledge of rental property taxation, depreciation, and capital allowances
• Hands-on experience with ATO systems(prefill, notices, amendments)

Favorable Experience

• Experience advising expats or foreign investors on Australian tax
• Familiarity with double tax agreements (UK, US, Singapore, UAE, etc.)
• Knowledge of land tax and state-based property taxes
• Prior experience in a boutique or specialist tax practice
• Exposure to automation tools (HubSpot, File Invite, Xero, etc.)

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Commerce, or related field

Required Skills

• Strong technical knowledge of Australian tax law (resident & non-resident)
• Excellent written and verbal communication for client interaction
• High attention to detail with ability to spot errors in financial data
• Strong time management and ability to perform under pressure (especially tax season)
• Problem-solving mindset for resolving ATO issues
• Proficiency with HandiTax, ATO Online Services, and Microsoft Office Suite

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Daily office breakfast & lunch
• 5-day work week (Mon–Fri), onsite
• Social Security Fund (SSF) enrollment
• Work hours: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Medical and accidental insurance
• Work with a high-agency, globally distributed team
• Gym Membership