DFK Nugents Pty Ltd is a Melbourne-based chartered accounting, taxation and business advisory firm. We work closely with privately owned businesses, family groups, investors and professionals, becoming an integral part of our clients' operations and delivering specific, timely and high-quality outcomes.
Our advice is built on strong and involved client relationships and a commitment to being proactive, practical and thoughtful. Our service lines include Business Advisory, Taxation, SMSF, Virtual CFO, Corporate Finance, International Business & Tax and Corporate Secretarial services.
Through our affiliation with DFK ANZ and DFK International, we combine local knowledge and individual attention with national connections and global reach. Our people benefit from collaboration with experienced Partners and Managers, ongoing technical training and exposure to a broad and complex client base.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a capable and motivated Taxation Accountant to join our Business Services and Tax team. This is a permanent, full-time position for an accountant who can apply sound taxation and accounting knowledge, manage competing deadlines, communicate professionally with clients and contribute effectively within a collaborative professional-services environment.
The successful candidate will work across a diverse portfolio and support the preparation and delivery of taxation, financial reporting and business services assignments under the guidance of senior team members, Managers and Partners.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships.
- Prepare general purpose and special purpose financial statements and supporting workpapers.
- Prepare Business Activity Statements, Instalment Activity Statements and related taxation compliance work.
- Analyse accounting records, identify taxation and accounting issues, and investigate unusual or complex transactions.
- Prepare tax reconciliations, supporting schedules, client queries and clear written correspondence.
- Research taxation legislation, Australian Taxation Office guidance and relevant technical matters, and document conclusions for review.
- Assist with year-end tax planning, tax effect accounting and other client advisory assignments appropriate to the role.
- Liaise professionally with clients, bookkeeping teams, the ATO, ASIC and other external stakeholders.
- Maintain complete, accurate and well-referenced electronic workpapers using the firm's practice management environment.
- Support Senior Accountants, Managers and Partners in delivering business services and taxation engagements.
- Contribute to internal technical training, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Experience:
- A bachelor's degree or higher qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a closely related discipline.
- At least two years of relevant professional experience in accounting, taxation, audit or business services. Relevant internship experience may contribute where it involved substantive professional accounting work.
- Practical experience preparing or supporting financial statements, income tax returns and taxation compliance work for a range of entities.
- Demonstrated understanding of Australian accounting principles and the ability to develop and apply knowledge of Australian taxation requirements.
- CA or CPA qualification, or demonstrated progress towards an Australian-recognised professional accounting qualification, is highly regarded.
- Experience in a public practice, professional services or similarly deadline-driven environment is preferred.
Required Skills & Attributes:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to interpret financial information and resolve discrepancies.
- Sound technical accounting and taxation research skills, including the ability to prepare concise written findings for review.
- High attention to detail and a disciplined approach to documentation, reconciliations, review points and file completion.
- Ability to manage multiple client assignments, prioritise work and meet statutory and internal deadlines.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to prepare client queries and liaise with stakeholders professionally.
- Developing client-management skills and a responsive, service-focused approach.
- Strong Microsoft Excel capability and experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero or comparable platforms.
- Experience with electronic workpapers, practice management systems and responsible use of contemporary technology and AI-assisted tools.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, seek guidance appropriately and respond constructively to review feedback.
- Professional integrity, confidentiality, accountability and a genuine commitment to ongoing technical and career development.
What We Offer:
- Exposure to a diverse and technically interesting client base.
- Direct collaboration with Partners, Associates, Managers and experienced accounting professionals.
- Internal and external technical training, with support for continued professional development.
- Access to learning, professional connections and selected events through DFK ANZ and DFK International.
- Modern Southbank office and flexible office and work-from-home arrangements, subject to role and business requirements.
- A clear pathway for progression to Senior Accountant, Manager and beyond, based on capability and performance
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