Looking for more than year-end compliance?

If you're ready to step into a role where advisory work is part of your week, not something reserved for senior leadership. This opportunity offers exactly that. Join a growing Geelong-based team where you'll work closely with established businesses, large family groups and corporate clients while continuing to develop your technical and commercial skillset.

With Geelong's strong business community and easy access to Melbourne without the daily CBD commute, it's an ideal environment to build a long-term public practice career.

A Firm Built for Growth

This established 10-partner mid-tier firm forms part of an international alliance of accounting and consulting firms operating across Australia and overseas.

The practice is recognised for its strong advisory capability, working with clients ranging from growing SMEs through to multinational organisations with annual turnovers of up to $300M. You'll be supported by experienced mentors, including ex-Big 4 professionals, while gaining exposure well beyond traditional compliance work.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of the Advisory Team, you'll be involved in:

Preparing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs

Assisting with GST, CGT, FBT and Division 7A matters

Supporting tax planning and client advisory projects

Preparing reconciliations, workpapers and year-end adjustments

Assisting with management reporting and Virtual CFO engagements

Working closely with senior team members on complex client matters

Building strong client relationships

What You'll Bring

To be successful, you'll have:

1+ years Australian Business Services / Public Practice experience

Progress toward or intention to commence CA or CPA studies

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Desire to develop advisory and client-facing skills

Positive attitude and willingness to learn

Why Accountants Stay Here

No timesheets

6 weeks annual leave

Full CA/CPA support (fees paid upfront plus study leave)

Genuine hybrid/work-from-home flexibility

Clear path to Senior or Manager progression

Tailored mentoring from ex-Big 4 professionals

Monthly external training and ongoing technical development

Social team culture with regular events and activities

Modern, cloud-focused systems and processes

Apply Confidentially

For a confidential discussion or to submit your application, contact:

Oscar Willer

••••@edwardjacobs.com.au

All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

Edward Jacobs specialises in the recruitment of accounting and finance professionals across Australia. We partner with leading public practice firms to connect talented accountants with outstanding career opportunities.