Senior Accountant – Pathway to Tax Manager

Senior Accountant – Pathway to Tax Manager Senior Accountant / Manager – Tax (10+ Years) – Public Practice We’re a modern, growing accounting firm looking for an experienced Senior Accountant / Manager who can genuinely take the reins on compliance, tax planning and team management – and free up the Director. Our clients are mainly privately owned businesses, family groups, property entities and SMSFs. We’re big on relationships, straight talk and actually helping clients move forward – not just lodging forms. Why you’ll like working with us Modern firm – no “this is how we’ve always done it” Direct access to the Director and real influence on how the practice runs Lead and mentor an overseas team and shape our systems and processes Growing quickly – clear scope to evolve into a Tax Manager / Principal-type role Flexible, down-to-earth culture where we work hard, have a laugh and back each other What you’ll be doing Compliance & review Review year-end workpapers, financials and tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships, HNW individuals and SMSFs Review and finalise balance sheet reconciliations, CGT, Div 7A, FBT / motor vehicle calculations Apply small business CGT concessions (with the Director where needed) Build and refine workpapers, checklists and templates to lift consistency and efficiency Help design and deliver training for both local and offshore team members on processes, tax issues and software use Run tax planning for business and family groups before 30 June - Preparing projections, scenarios and written recommendations Client management Manage a portfolio of business and family group clients Be a key point of contact for day-to-day tax and business questions Attend and lead client meetings and explain technical issues in plain English Managing the overseas team Allocate work to our offshore team, set expectations and review files Give feedback, coach and help build checklists, review processes and training Systems, processes & ATO Improve internal workflows, templates and procedures Help manage the lodgement program and control deadlines Leverage and continuously improve our software (Xero, Xero Tax, BGL, etc.) to drive efficiency and accuracy About you 10+ years’ recent public practice experience in Australia Strong technical knowledge across company, trust and individual tax Confident reviewing workpapers, financials, CGT, Div 7A, FBT and small business concessions SMSF experience – comfortable reviewing files and dealing with auditors Proven experience reviewing and improving other people’s work Experience managing or working closely with offshore / remote teams (ideal) CA or CPA completed Culture fit matters: honest, accountable, low ego and able to have a laugh Salary & benefits $100,000 – $120,000 + super, depending on experience and responsibility Higher package for an exceptional candidate operating at near-Principal level Pathway to a Tax Manager / Principal-style role. Direct mentoring from the Director and genuine input into how the firm operates Modern systems, good quality clients and a supportive, no-drama environment How to apply Please apply via Seek with your CV and a short cover letter explaining: Why this role and a growing firm appeal to you; and A brief example where you led a team, improved a process or turned around a complex job. Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years of public practice accounting experience do you have? Have you completed a certified practising accountant (CPA) qualification? How many years of taxation experience do you have? Have you completed a chartered accountant (CA) qualification? What's your expected annual base salary? How much notice are you required to give your current employer? #J-18808-Ljbffr