Business Initiatives is a Financial Services firm that provides expert, proactive advice in the areas of Accounting, Taxation, SMSF, Loans and Financial Planning.

We are seeking a full-time Tax Accountant who has experience in general accounting and taxation at an intermediate level with at least 2 years’ experience in public practice.

The opportunity also exists to undertake client strategy and business advisory work in respect of our progressive SME business clients and to work with our SMSF clients.

Our SME clients are diverse and successful and we proactively help them to grow their businesses and family wealth.

We also undertake assignments for larger companies listed on the ASX.

There is a large amount of client contact and we form strong relationships with our clients over many years.

Our office environment is fun and easy going. Everyone is autonomous and takes responsibility for their tasks within the team.

We are located in Norwood in a quiet street on the fringe of the CBD, next door to a cafe and not far from The Parade. There is plenty of free parking.

Key responsibilities:

Preparation of financial accounts for companies, trusts, partnerships, sole traders and self-managed superannuation funds

Preparation of all types of taxation returns for all entity types and dealing with the Australian Taxation Office on all related manners

Preparation of cash flow budgets, management accountant and business analysis as required

Liaising with various government departments and completed related documents including Centrelink, Revenue SA, Payroll Tax Debts, WorkCover, OCBA

Answering queries from clients and related research and advice

Attend and contribute at regular internal training session

Maintain appropriate levels of professional training to keep abreast of all products and services in the market place

The successful candidate will exhibit the following requirements:

Bachelors Degree in Accounting and/or Finance or higher

CPA/CA qualification (or working toward) preferred

Experience as a tax accountant

Attention to detail

Hard work ethic

Team player

Problem solving skills

Ability to work to a deadline

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Experience with Xero, MYOB and BGL 360 an advantage

Experience in conducting individual client tax appointments is also an advantage

The role reports directly to the firm's Accounting Manager and Office Manager.

A staff incentive and commission scheme exists for staff who introduce new business to our firm across our diverse service offering. We reward those who take initiative and work hard. Exciting career paths are ensured to all dedicated team members.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Please submit your resume and covering letter in either Microsoft WORD or PDF format through the Seek website.

www.businessi.com.au

Eilish Parrott

Office Manager

Business Initiatives

Ph: 08 8431 7444