Senior Accountant

Senior Accountant

Full-Time 67500 - 82500 $ / year (est.) Hybrid
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage client portfolios, prepare financial statements, and provide tax planning advice.
  • Company: Established accounting firm focused on small businesses and strong client relationships.
  • Benefits: Negotiable salary, professional development training, casual Fridays, and flexible work options.
  • Other info: Supportive, family-friendly environment with excellent career progression opportunities.
  • Why this job: Join a growing firm and enhance your skills while building lasting client relationships.
  • Qualifications: Experience in public practice accounting and strong communication skills required.

The predicted salary is between 67500 - 82500 $ per year.

  • Senior Accountant | Bella Vista | Career Growth & Development
  • About the Firm

Established in 2013, the firm works closely with small businesses and business owners, providing accounting, taxation and business advisory services across a range of industries, including construction and medical.

With a personalised approach and a strong focus on client relationships, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive firm offering ongoing professional development and long-term career progression.

The Opportunity

Reporting directly to a manager, you will join a team of approximately 16 staff and work across a broad range of accounting, taxation and advisory matters.

This role would suit an experienced public practice accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing their technical expertise within a growing firm.

Based in Bella Vista, this is a fully office-based position, Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, with a dedicated car parking space available.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a varied portfolio of clients across the construction and medical industries.
  • Prepare and review financial statements and taxation compliance work.
  • Assist with tax planning, business structuring and advisory matters.
  • Support clients with their accounting and compliance requirements.
  • Liaise directly with clients to build strong, long-term professional relationships.
  • Work closely with the Manager and wider team to deliver high-quality client service.
  • Manage competing deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Ideally, you'll have
  • Solid Australian public practice accounting experience.
  • Experience preparing financial statements and taxation compliance work.
  • Strong technical accounting skills and a sound understanding of Australian taxation.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
  • Experience using Xero and accounting software; familiarity with Xero Tax, Xero Blue, BGL 360, Spotlight Reporting and ATOMate would be advantageous.
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A proactive attitude and willingness to contribute to a growing team.
  • A desire to continue developing your technical skills and progress your career within public practice.
  • CA or CPA qualification, or working towards completion, would be advantageous.

Why join?

  • Salary negotiable depending on experience.
  • Join an established firm experiencing continued growth.
  • Work with clients across the construction and medical industries.
  • Dedicated car parking space available.
  • Monday to Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm.
  • Casual Fridays and some flexibility to work from home when unexpected family commitments arise.
  • Two training sessions per month, with a strong focus on professional development.
  • Breakfast provided for the accounting team.
  • Opportunities for career progression as the firm continues to grow.
  • Supportive and family-friendly working environment.
  • The bottom line

If you're a Senior Accountant looking to join a growing accounting and advisory firm where you can strengthen your technical skills, build lasting client relationships and continue progressing your career, this could be an excellent opportunity.

With regular training, a supportive team and exposure to clients across construction and medical, this role offers plenty of scope for professional development.

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Senior Accountant 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.

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Contact Details:

Public Practice - Accountants Recruitment Team

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