Tax Accountant Role

Senior Tax Accountant Job Description

Assist clients by preparing financial and management accounting reports for senior team review.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare compliance jobs for the trial balance stage
• Identify franking account issues such as franking deficit tax and penalties.
• Review a client-prepared BAS/IAS and assist with the amendment/ correction of the system
• Identify and resolve basic problems arising in client financial statements. As well as understanding and being able to request from clients the required information for financial statement and income tax return preparation.
• Prepare and analyse accounts, income tax returns, company annual returns, Business Activity Statements, Fringe Benefit Tax returns and notices of assessment.
• Identify business performance issues and the ability to identify key indicators.
• Begin to identify client needs and value-added services that we can provide to a client.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience with a Chartered Accounting Firm.
• Experience with Australian accounting, taxation and clients
• Expertise in preparing financial statements and annual tax returns for multiple clients
• Expertise in preparing, reviewing and filing statutory monthly and quarterly returns.
• Understands all fundamental accounting concepts (accounting equation, debits and credits, financial statements). Can express clearly all accounting interrelationships.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Suite, including Word, Excel, Access and Outlook
• Working knowledge of computerised accounting packages, i.e. Xero and MYOB
• Understanding of tax laws, state taxes and duties relating to resident taxpayers (eg CGT, GST, Land Tax, Payroll Tax, general income tax).
• Comprehension of accounting and taxation concepts and a willingness to develop practical application of this knowledge.
• Exposure to management responsibilities and mentoring of junior staff.
• Preferably someone who is completing their CA or is a CA Inter, but not essential.

Benefits

• Flexibility: Work hybrid (remotely and from an inspiring office) and enjoy a better work-life balance
• Inspiring Workspaces: Our offices are strategically located and designed to fuel your best work.
• Free Unlimited Barista Coffee and Booze: Enjoy refreshments from our cafe and beverage bar.
• Dynamic Open Spaces: Conducive for productivity and creativity.
• State-of-the-Art Security: Ensuring your safety and peace of mind.
• Game Rooms: Take a break and unwind with our recreational facilities.
• Competitive Compensation: Your talents deserve to be rewarded We help you negotiate with our clients.
• Professional Growth: Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• A Supportive Community: Join a diverse and inclusive team that's dedicated to your success.
• Global Impact: Be part of something bigger and make a difference on a global scale.

What You'll Bring to the Table

As a Senior Tax Accountant, you will bring exceptional skills and qualifications to the role, including:

• At least 5 years of experience with a Chartered Accounting Firm.
• Experience with Australian accounting, taxation and clients
• Expertise in preparing financial statements and annual tax returns for multiple clients
• Expertise in preparing, reviewing and filing statutory monthly and quarterly returns.
• Understands all fundamental accounting concepts (accounting equation, debits and credits, financial statements). Can express clearly all accounting interrelationships.

With your extensive experience and expertise, you will play a crucial role in assisting clients by preparing financial and management accounting reports for senior team review.

As a valued member of our team, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.

Job Requirements

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and accounting software.
• Knowledge of tax laws and regulations.

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