About the company:

A growing and reputable advisory accountancy firm located at 402 Chapel Road Bankstown NSW 2200 (South West Sydney region) with a client-centric focus, primarily consisting of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across various industries. In response to this growth and the evolving needs of its clientele, the firm is seeking to enhance its advisory services, catering to both its current and prospective clients as they advance and expand their business operations. The position being offered promises a stimulating and thought-provoking role, designed to engage and challenge your professional skillset in a collaborative and dynamic environment, fostering a friendly atmosphere and professional development through daily interactions.

About the role:

In this position, your role will involve the preparation and delivering of various business services, including compliance, tax planning, and structuring, to an array of clients. You will operate with limited but yet a structured supervision. Your direct reporting will be to the Practice Director. Your primary duty will involve ensuring that the services provided to our clients are completed thoroughly and accurate, whilst fostering a benevolent and positive client relationship.

Key responsibilities include:

Preparing financial statements, balance sheets, income statements, and other financial reports to provide accurate and timely financial information to management and stakeholders.

Preparing of budgets, forecasts, and cash flow statements to support effective decision-making.

Liaising with Australian Taxation Office (ATO), ASIC and other regulatory bodies when required

Examining operating costs and organisations income and expenditure.

Preparing and reviewing Profit and Loss statements for each business unit to understand overall financial position of the business

Reconciling financial discrepancies by collecting and analysing accounting information

Reviewing employee salaries, wages, taxes, and superannuation benefits to ensure they are followed as per relevant regulations and company policies.

Utilising accounting software and tools to record, analyse, and report financial data accurately and efficiently.

Assisting with the annual audit process, including providing relevant documentation, answering queries, and addressing audit findings in a timely and efficient manner.

Ensuring strict adherence to company policies and internal controls to maintain financial integrity and compliance.

Supporting enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation programmes. You will be a fully qualified accountant with a strong, proven background within the professional practice arena having an in-depth knowledge of accounting fundamentals, personal & corporate tax.

Requirements and Qualifications:

Minimum 2-3 years working experience in a similar role

Experience in working with mainstream software; Xero, MYOB, etc

Experience in Accounting practices, bookkeeping & taxation

Experience in managing client assignments.

Experience working independently and as a member of a team.

At least bachelor’s degree in accounting & finance

Hold or in the process of concluding professional year certification (e.g., CPA, CA, IPA). Must hold a minimum, Associate level.

In-depth knowledge of accounting principles, tax regulations, business practices, cost accounting and reporting

Excellent knowledge or risk analysis, budgeting and forecasting

Skills and Competencies:

Customer service focused: Committed to providing exceptional customer service across all channels – written, phone and face to face

Communication: The ability to communicate clearly and concisely, varying communication style depending upon the audience

Attention to detail: Excellent attention to detail and written skills when communicating with others, both internally and externally

Commerciality: Ability to apply knowledge in a practical, commercial manner

Teamwork: Willingness to assist and support others as required and get on with team members

Time management/organisation: Accomplish objectives effectively within time frame given, and carry out administrative duties within portfolio in an efficient and timely manner

Analytical: Possess strong technical and analytical skills in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and compliance

Culture and Benefits:

Remuneration will depend on experience and ability

Part of corporate and professional team

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment that nurtures growth and collaboration.

Flexible working hours to meet a work\life balance.

Australian citizens and permanent residents are preferred.
If this sounds like the role for you, please apply via the facilities provided on this website. Due to a high volume of applications, please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.