About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join a well established & growing Melbourne accounting firm. This role offers exposure to overall accounting and tax experience, along with opportunities to mentor junior staff and work directly with partners.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare year-end financial accounts and income tax returns (companies, trusts, partnerships, individuals).

- Handle accounting and bookkeeping tasks including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, bank reconciliations, and payroll review.

- Manage compliance lodgements (BAS, IAS, GST, FBT).

- Liaise with the ATO and other regulators on behalf of clients.

- Provide Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks support to clients.

- Review and mentor graduate/junior accountants.

- Manage a portfolio of clients, ensuring timely delivery of compliance and advisory services.

- Conduct financial analysis, management reporting, and assist in tax planning and advisory.

Key Requirements

- 2+ years’ accounting experience with at least 1+ year in an Australian accounting firm.

- Degree in Accounting/Finance; CA/CPA (completed or in progress) highly regarded.

- Strong understanding of bookkeeping, AP/AR, compliance, and financial reporting.

- Bilingual — fluent in English and Mandarin/Chinese (spoken & written).

- Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with clients.

- Team player with potential to lead and mentor others.

What We Offer

- Competitive salary package.

- Career growth pathway toward Supervisor or Tax Specialist.

- Multicultural and supportive team environment.

- Ongoing CA/CPA study support.

- Exposure to both compliance and advisory work, not just compliance-only tasks.

- Direct access to firm partners and diverse client portfolio.