Senior Accountant (AU)

Overview:

Our client is a well-established Australian public-practice accounting firm offering direct, day-to-day engagement with its Business Services team.

You'll collaborate closely with the AU team who provides ongoing feedback, hands-on coaching, and structured training to accelerate your professional growth.

Most importantly, you'll be treated as a valued team member, enjoying clear career pathways and recognition for your achievements no matter where you're working from.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare Business Activity Statements (BAS)

• Prepare year-end financial statements and income tax returns for Sole Traders, Partnerships, Trusts, and Companies

• Perform ad-hoc bookkeeping, payroll, and custom management/benchmarking reports in Xero

• Liaise with the ATO on client matters as required

• Maintain workflow tasks, WIP, and client invoicing if needed

• Participate in internal training sessions and knowledge-sharing meetings

Skills & Experience:

• Degree in Accounting (CA/CPA preferred but not required)
• 3+ years of experience in Australian public practice
• Advanced Xero skills, including:
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Invoicing and payroll
  • Report layouts and tax reporting
  • Fixed assets and financial statement/tax mapping
• Strong understanding of Australian GST, income tax, and reconciliations
• Proven ability to complete financial statements and tax returns through to review stage
• Excellent written and verbal English for daily collaboration with the Australian team
• Adaptable, proactive, and committed to professional growth

Working Conditions:

• Day Shift
• Full time
• 100% Remote