WFH - Senior Accountant / Team Leader | PAL Accounting & Advisory

Tired of the grind? So were we. Thats why we started PAL Accounting & Advisory.

Were an established boutique firm in Geelong that was born from a desire to do things differently. No glorified burnout. No 60-hour weeks. No egos running the show. Just smart, meaningful work done by good people who take pride in what they do and still have time to live their lives.

We believe you can have a great career and be home for dinner. That you can mentor a team, deliver high-quality client outcomes, and still get to the gym, travel, or make school pickup. We built our practice to make that possible for our clients and our team. And were now looking for a like-minded Senior Accountant / Team Leader to join us in doing just that.

Who we are

PAL Accounting & Advisory is a progressive, people-first firm based in Newtown (Geelong). We support small businesses and individuals with tax, compliance, and advisory services, but were most proud of the impact we have on their lives. Were relationship-driven, community-minded, and growing sustainably with purpose.

Were a close-knit team with high standards, low ego, and a genuine culture of flexibility and trust. No buzzwords just real humans doing good work and helping each other grow.

Visit our website: PAL Accounting & Advisory | your friend in business

About the role

As our Senior Accountant / Team Leader Business Services & Tax, you'll work closely with the Manager and broader team to:

• Manage workflow and review technical outputs across compliance and advisory
• Ensure 100% accuracy, timeliness, and top-quality client deliverables
• Prepare and review tax returns (individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships)
• Oversee BAS, GST, PAYG, and corporate tax compliance
• Conduct financial analysis, forecasting, and reporting
• Deliver strategic tax and financial advice
• Liaise with clients over email (answering basic queries, acquiring documents, etc.)
• Lead and mentor junior and intermediate staff
• Contribute to process improvement and help shape how the business grows
• Be hands-on and lead by example, with a sharp eye for detail and a collaborative mindset
• Bring a long-term career mindset, with interest in managing an offshore team in the future

Why join us?

• Flex your career, not your hours Real flexibility, without compromising your career progression
• Career growth built-in Rapid advancement commensurate to output quality, long-term pathways, learning support & regular performance/salary reviews
• Variety & value Work that challenges and matters (not just a tax return mill)
• Values-led culture We live by People First, Own it Together, and Grow & Adapt
• No grind culture High standards, yes. Burnout, no.

What we're looking for

Must-Haves:

• CA/CPA qualified
• Minimum 5+ years in Australian public practice
• At least 2 years in a leadership, workflow, or review capacity
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax law, AASB standards, and compliance
• Confident using Xero, Excel, MYOB, QuickBooks, and tax tools
• Exceptional attention to detail and efficiency
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience with FYI Docs or similar DMS
• A natural mentor with a warm, approachable style
• Strong process improvement mindset
• Comfortable working across a range of industries and client sizes
• A long-term mindset and excitement for future leadership opportunities

Salary:

• Starting salary of PHP 120,000/month depending on your experience and the skills you bring to the table.

Sound like you?

If you're ready to do great work and have a life, apply now with your CV and tell us why you'd be a great fit.

We can't wait to meet you.