At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage client engagements and deliver quality accounting and taxation services.
- Company: Join a respected Melbourne accounting firm with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Attractive salary package, bonuses, and opportunities for career progression.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with genuine long-term career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while working with diverse clients and experienced professionals.
- Qualifications: Public Practice Accounting experience and CA or CPA qualifications preferred.
The predicted salary is between 120000 - 150000 $ per year.
Take the next step in your Accounting career! QIX Consulting is partnering with a highly regarded and established accounting firm located on Melbourne's CBD fringe to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant to join its growing Business Services and Taxation team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished public practice accountant who enjoys working with a diverse client base, building strong relationships and providing valuable accounting and taxation advice.
You'll join a collaborative and high-performing team, working closely with experienced Managers and Partners while continuing to develop your technical expertise and advisory capabilities.
The Role
As a Senior Accountant, you'll play an important role in managing client engagements, delivering quality accounting and taxation services, and supporting the broader team. Your responsibilities will include:
- Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
- Managing a diverse portfolio of business services and taxation clients.
- Preparing and reviewing BAS, IAS and other statutory compliance obligations.
- Providing tax planning, business advisory and compliance support to clients.
- Identifying opportunities to assist clients with business performance, tax efficiencies and financial outcomes.
- Reviewing work prepared by junior accountants and providing technical guidance and mentoring.
- Liaising directly with clients, the ATO and other external stakeholders.
- Supporting Managers and Partners with complex accounting and taxation matters.
- Ensuring client deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.
- Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
About You
We're looking for a technically capable and commercially minded Senior Accountant who enjoys working with clients and takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes. To be considered, you'll bring:
- Solid Public Practice Accounting experience essential.
- Demonstrated experience in Business Services and Taxation at Senior Accountant level.
- A degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
- CA or CPA qualifications, or substantial progress towards completion, highly regarded.
- Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and compliance requirements.
- Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns across multiple entity structures.
- Confidence managing client relationships and working autonomously.
- The ability to review work and support the development of junior accountants.
- Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
- Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
What's on Offer?
- Attractive remuneration package of $120,000–$150,000 inclusive of super, plus bonuses.
- Join an established and respected Melbourne accounting firm.
- Work with a diverse portfolio of business clients.
- Direct exposure to experienced Managers and Partners.
- A supportive, collaborative and professional team environment.
- Opportunities to further develop your business advisory and client management capabilities.
- Genuine long-term career development and progression.
Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
Senior Accountant in Melbourne employer: QIX Consulting
QIX Consulting is an exceptional employer that prioritises professional growth and collaboration in the vibrant Melbourne CBD. With a focus on broader client exposure and strong advisory experience, employees benefit from a supportive work culture that fosters career progression and development opportunities. Joining QIX means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in public practice accounting.
