About Us
AU Accounting Office (AUAO) is an established accounting firm based in Chatswood, Sydney, founded in 2016. We provide professional accounting and tax services to a broad client base — including individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts. Beyond day-to-day compliance, we act as a trusted problem-solving consultant, business development advisor and tax planner, supporting our clients' journey from start-up to long-term success. Our ambition is to be more than an accountant — to be your platform and your network.
We are currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accountant to join our Sydney team on a full-time basis.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
In this role, you'll take ownership of the day-to-day accounting for a diverse portfolio of clients, including:
- Putting together accurate financial statements — balance sheets, profit and loss and cash flow — and reviewing them before they go out the door.
- Getting across each client's month-end journals, accruals and transactions, and checking them for accuracy and compliance.
- Preparing income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts, and making sure nothing slips past the deadline.
- Preparing income tax returns for individuals, sole traders, partnerships, companies and trusts.
- Handling BAS and IAS lodgements, including GST reconciliations and staying on top of PAYG instalments.
- Keeping clients' fixed asset registers up to date — managing depreciation, additions and disposals.
- Working through general ledger and balance sheet reconciliations each month, chasing down discrepancies and making the necessary adjustments.
- Helping shape budgets and accounting policies that support smart financial decision-making for our clients.
- Supporting year-end tax planning, financial reporting and FBT returns.
- Keeping our internal financial controls and processes in good shape, so everything stays compliant with accounting standards and tax requirements.
- Carrying out financial investigations and supporting audit-related work as it comes up.
- Offering clients clear, practical accounting and tax advice, and reporting to the Managing Director.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this position, you'll need to bring:
- A Bachelor's degree or higher in accounting or a related discipline.
- At least one year of hands-on experience working as an Accountant, ideally within an accounting firm.
- A solid working knowledge of Australian accounting principles, tax rules and financial reporting requirements.
- Proven experience preparing financial statements, income tax returns and BAS/IAS.
- Confidence using accounting software — Xero in particular — as well as Microsoft Office.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with good organisational instincts.
- A careful eye for detail, and the ability to manage several client accounts and deadlines at once.
- Clear communication, whether you're working independently or as part of a team.
Benefits
- A competitive salary of $80,000 – $90,000 plus superannuation, reviewed as you grow in the role.
- Structured professional development, with support towards your CA/CPA pathway if that's where you're headed.
- A supportive, down-to-earth team that's happy to share knowledge and pitch in when deadlines bite.
- Flexible hybrid working arrangements to help you balance the workload with life outside the office.
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