Intermediate Accountant

About the role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Intermediate Accountant to join our team. This role is suited to someone with solid experience working with Australian accounting firms who is confident managing accounting and tax compliance work independently. The successful candidate will work closely with our Australian-based team and will be responsible for managing a range of client accounting and taxation matters. We are looking for someone who is technically capable, organised, reliable, and comfortable working in a deadline and target-driven environment.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare annual financial statements and working papers for individuals and entities.
• Prepare income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Prepare and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS).
• Assist with the preparation and lodgement of Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns.
• Complete general ledger reviews, reconciliations and year-end adjustments.
• Identify accounting or taxation issues and raise queries with the relevant manager in a timely manner.
• Maintain accurate and complete client files and supporting documentation.
• Communicate effectively with managers and other team members regarding job progress, outstanding information and deadlines.
• Manage assigned jobs independently and ensure work is completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Work towards monthly productivity and billing targets.

About you

• Approximately 3–5 years of accounting experience, preferably within an Australian public practice accounting firm.
• Strong experience preparing financial statements and income tax returns.
• Practical experience preparing BAS, IAS and FBT returns.
• Ideally a good understanding of Australian accounting and taxation requirements.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
• Experience with Australian accounting and tax software. Experience with Xero, Xero Practice Manager (XPM), FYI, BGL and/or similar systems would be highly regarded.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively with an Australian-based team.