Public Practice - Accountants – Melbourne VIC
About the Firm
Join a well-established, growing Chartered Accounting practice based in Melbourne CBD, with over 30 years of experience providing accounting, taxation and business advisory services.
This is not your traditional small accounting practice. The firm works closely with a diverse portfolio of SME clients, complex family groups and businesses across property development, construction, agriculture, manufacturing, hospitality and more.
With a close-knit team of approximately 16 professionals, the firm offers a friendly, family-oriented culture, strong client relationships and genuine opportunities to progress your career.
The Opportunity
This is a hands-on position offering exposure to a varied client portfolio, management reporting, business advisory and direct client engagement. You will take ownership of your own clients, build trusted relationships and work closely with the Partners.
Candidates with previous experience reviewing financial statements, tax returns and management accounts will be particularly attractive.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage your own portfolio of SME and complex family group clients.
- Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns and trust accounts.
- Oversee and mentor junior accountants, with team sizes ranging from 1–4 staff depending on seniority.
- Prepare and review management accounts, reporting and financial analysis.
- Provide business advisory support and assist clients with strategic financial decisions.
- Liaise directly with clients, banks and external stakeholders, including assisting with finance arrangements.
- Work closely with the Partners on client strategy and business development.
Ideally, you’ll have
- Previous experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm.
- CA or CPA qualified, or working towards completion (CA preferred).
- Strong technical knowledge of business services, taxation and financial reporting.
- Previous experience reviewing work will be highly regarded.
- Confident managing client relationships and communicating with business owners.
- Experience supervising, mentoring or developing junior team members.
- Strong knowledge of MYOB and Xero; exposure to BGL and CAS will be advantageous.
- A proactive, commercially minded accountant who enjoys working closely with clients.
Why Join?
- Salary packages from $100K to $120K+ super, depending on experience and seniority.
- Genuine career progression and opportunities to develop into leadership.
- Close-knit, family-friendly team with excellent staff retention.
- Annual bonus opportunities.
- Flexible working arrangements considered on a case-by-case basis.
- On-site car parking.
- Complimentary nearby gym membership.
- Flexible working hours, with a typical day of 9am–5:30pm.
- Direct access to Partners and involvement in meaningful client advisory work.
The bottom line
An excellent opportunity to join an established and growing accounting practice where you can take ownership of your clients, develop your leadership capabilities and progress your career in a genuinely supportive environment.
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Senior Accountant | Melbourne CBD | $100K-$120K+ Super employer: Public Practice - Accountants
Join a well-established Chartered Accounting firm in Leichhardt that values its employees and fosters a supportive, collaborative work culture. With a hybrid working arrangement, competitive salary, and a diverse portfolio of SME and family business clients, this role offers significant opportunities for professional growth, including leadership pathways and exposure to various accounting structures. If you're looking for a meaningful career where you can develop your advisory skills while making a real impact, this firm is the perfect place for you.
Contact Details:
Public Practice - Accountants Recruitment Team
