Senior Accountant

Why Join Us?

·         Work-life balance that is genuinely respected:  We understand that a fulfilling career and a healthy personal life go hand in hand.  We actively encourage and support our team to maintain balance – because we know our people do their best work when they feel their best.

 ·         Professional Growth & Development:  Work within a collaborative and supportive environment that is committed to your long-term development. We invest in our people through continuous learning opportunities, including monthly on-site training sessions.

 ·         Outstanding location: Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of working close to home. Our Mount Eliza office places you steps away from charming village amenities, with far less time spent commuting and more time enjoying the Peninsula lifestyle.

 ·         Modern and efficient systems: We are a fully integrated Xero Practice, utilising innovative accounting technology to deliver efficient and high-quality client engagements. We embrace smarter ways of working.

 ·         Diverse and rewarding client base: Work across a broad and growing client portfolio spanning a range of industries, with a notable concentration in the medical sector. No two days are the same, and the variety of work will keep you engaged and challenged.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you will be a key member of our team, taking ownership of a diverse client portfolio whilst providing guidance, support, and oversight to our junior accountants. Working closely with the firm's principals, you will play an integral role in upholding the quality and consistency of our work and reviewing the output of junior team members.

In addition to your technical responsibilities, you will serve as a trusted point of contact for clients, building strong, long-term relationships and delivering both compliance and advisory services with confidence and expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation and review of financial statements and income tax returns for a range of entity types, including individuals, partnerships companies, trusts, estates and self managed superannuation funds.
• Maintaining regular client contact and serving as a trusted senior point of contact for a portfolio of valued clients.
• Leading tax planning and business advisory conversations including attendance at and facilitation of quarterly client management meetings.
• Mentoring, coaching and reviewing junior accountants
• Collaborating with the leadership team on workflow management to ensure timely and high-quality delivery of client engagements.

About you:

• CA/CPA qualified
• A minimum of 4 years experience in an Australian public practice accounting firm
• Proficiency in accounting software and the Microsoft Office suite
• Professionally presented, with strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be based within a 30km radius of the Mornington Peninsula
• Must possess an Australian drivers licence
• Australian permanent residency is required