Accountant

Chandler Macleod; Canberra; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Chandler Macleod is recruiting an Accountant for a Canberra-based public practice firm. The role offers exposure to diverse client portfolios, with a collaborative team focused on quality service and professional development.

The successful candidate will review tax returns, financial statements, and CGT matters, while driving process improvements and client relationships. A CA/CPA qualification and 5+ years in public practice are essential.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualified.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a public practice environment.
• Strong experience reviewing tax returns and financial statements across various entity types.
• Sound knowledge of Australian tax and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software platforms.
• Strong commitment to client service excellence and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Review individual, company, trust, and partnership tax returns, including CGT matters.
• Review financial statements, working papers, and compliance engagements to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Manage workflow allocation and compliance deadlines across the team.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional and timely service delivery.
• Review SMSF tax returns and financial statements (highly regarded but not essential).
• Identify and implement improvements to systems, processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with team members while independently managing complex accounting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Client service

Organisation

Excel

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Accounting software packages

Job description

Accountant | Public Practice | Canberra

Our client, a well-established public practice accounting firm based in Canberra, is seeking an experienced Accountant to join their collaborative and client-focused team.

The role offers exposure to a diverse client portfolio and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements and business growth initiatives. In return, the firm offers a flexible work environment, competitive remuneration, ongoing training and development, and potential relocation assistance for interstate candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review individual, company, trust, and partnership tax returns, including complex Capital Gains Tax (CGT) matters.
• Review financial statements, working papers, and compliance engagements to ensure accuracy and quality.
• Manage workflow allocation and compliance deadlines across the team
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through professional and timely service delivery.
• Review SMSF tax returns and financial statements (highly regarded but not essential).
• Identify and implement improvements to systems, processes, and operational efficiencies.
• Collaborate with team members while independently managing complex accounting matters.
• Ensure compliance with Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards.

Key Requirements:

• CA or CPA qualified.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a public practice environment.
• Strong experience reviewing tax returns and financial statements across various entity types.
• Sound knowledge of Australian tax and compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail, communication, and organisational skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and accounting software platforms.
• Strong commitment to client service excellence and continuous improvement.