Accountant – Tax & Business Advisory

An Opportunity to Grow Your Career

McAuley & Co is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Accountant to join our team. Ready for the next step in your accounting career? If you've built a solid foundation in public practice and you're ready for more client exposure, greater responsibility and the opportunity to keep progressing, we'd love to hear from you.

This role is ideal for an accountant with approximately 2-4 years' public practice experience who is ready to take the next step. You'll be involved in a broad range of accounting and taxation work, including:

• Preparing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals
• Preparing and reviewing BAS, IAS and other compliance obligations
• Assisting with tax planning and year-end strategies
• Working directly with clients to understand their businesses and accounting needs
• Managing client queries and following work through to completion
• Liaising with the ATO and other government agencies
• Identifying issues and opportunities for clients
• Working alongside senior accountants on more complex taxation and advisory matters

As your experience and confidence develop, you'll have the opportunity to take greater ownership of client relationships and progress towards a senior role.

Why McAuley & Co?

• More than just compliance: We want our accountants to understand the people and businesses behind the numbers. You'll have the opportunity to work directly with clients and develop the commercial and advisory skills that will help you become a well-rounded accountant.
• Genuine career progression: We want someone who can grow with us. You’ll be encouraged to take on increasing responsibility and develop towards a Senior Accountant position and beyond as your capabilities grow.
• Variety and client exposure: You'll work with a diverse range of businesses, entities and individuals rather than being limited to one narrow area of accounting.
• Support to keep developing: You'll work alongside experienced accountants who are available to provide guidance and support while still giving you the autonomy to take ownership of your work. We encourage ongoing professional development and support team members undertaking their CA or CPA qualification.
• A team where your contribution matters: We're a growing firm where you'll be known, valued and involved. You won't simply be another person processing jobs. You'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, improve the way we work and play a genuine role in the continued growth of McAuley & Co.

About You

You’ll ideally have:

• Around 2-4 years' experience in Australian public practice
• Experience preparing financial statements and income tax returns
• A good understanding of Australian taxation and compliance requirements
• Experience with Xero and cloud-based accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and pride in the quality of your work
• Good organisational and time-management skills
• Confidence communicating with clients
• A positive, proactive and team-focused attitude
• A desire to continue learning and progressing your career

You may already be studying towards your CA/CPA qualification, have recently completed it, or be considering commencing it. Most importantly, we're looking for someone with the right attitude who wants to develop and become an important part of our team. Don't be discouraged from applying if you don't tick every box. If you have solid public practice experience and think this could be the right next step for you, we'd still like to hear from you.

Ready for Your Next Move?

If you're looking for a role where you can take on more responsibility, work closely with clients and continue developing your career in a supportive and growing accounting firm, we'd love to hear from you.