Practice Accountant

Are you an experienced accountant who enjoys variety, takes pride in getting the detail right and likes being part of a collaborative team?

DVT McLeod’s is currently seeking an experienced Practice Accountant to join our team full-time, based in our Parramatta office. Reporting directly to the CFO, this is a varied, hands-on role where you’ll play an important part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the practice.

About DVT McLeod’s

DVT McLeod’s is a team of trusted advisers with extensive commercial experience, helping individuals, businesses and professional advisers navigate challenges and achieve confident outcomes.

Our culture is built around collaboration, respect, and genuine support for our clients and each other. We value practical thinking, teamwork and people who are willing to take ownership, continue learning and make a meaningful contribution.

About the role

Working closely with our CFO and broader team, you’ll be responsible for a diverse range of accounting and finance activities, including:

• Trust and client accounting, including transactions, reconciliations and monthly statements
• Accounts payable, banking and bookkeeping
• Billing, debtors, WIP and client reporting
• Bank, credit card and general ledger reconciliations
• Supporting BAS preparation and lodgement
• Preparing monthly balance sheet, profit and loss and consolidated reporting
• Processing monthly payroll and assisting with superannuation and payroll tax reporting
• Preparing financial and ad hoc reports for Partners and Managers
• Checking and coordinating work completed by junior finance team members
• Providing practical support to the CFO across finance and agreed HR activities.

The role also involves working with clients, suppliers, professional advisers and other stakeholders, so clear communication and a professional approach will be important.

About you

We’re looking for someone who is organised, reliable and comfortable taking ownership of their work.

To be successful, you’ll bring:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or a related discipline
• CPA/CA qualified or currently studying towards your qualification
• At least three years’ experience in a similar accounting role, ideally within professional services
• Proven payroll processing experience
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel
• Experience with accounting software, preferably Xero
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Australian citizenship or permanent residency

What we’re looking for

Just as importantly, you’ll be someone who brings integrity, accountability and initiative to your work. You’ll enjoy being part of a team, be comfortable working across competing priorities and have the judgement to know when something needs to be escalated.

If you’re looking for a varied accounting role where you can work closely with senior leaders, contribute across the broader practice and continue developing professionally, we’d love to hear from you.

Ready for your next opportunity? We’d love to hear from you.