Accountant

Rudolf Horvat & Associates; Geelong; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Regular social events

Close to public transport

Friendly team environment

Supportive leadership

Job summary

Rudolf Horvat & Associates, an established firm in the western suburbs, is looking for an Accountant to support clients across compliance, reporting and advisory matters. You will work with partners and the team to deliver high-quality financial statements and tax returns using Xero and MYOB.

The role emphasizes mentoring, strong systems, training, and ongoing professional development within a friendly, collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting experience in business services and tax is preferred.
• Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce or related field.
• CA/CPA qualification or actively working toward it is desirable.
• Familiarity with Australian tax and compliance requirements.
• Experience with cloud-based accounting packages such as Xero and MYOB.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and reports for clients (companies, trusts, partnerships, SMSFs, individuals).
• Prepare and lodge income tax returns, BAS and FBT returns.
• Advise clients on budgeting, accounting policies and procedures.
• Review client income, expenditure and costs to improve financial performance.
• Assist with financial investigations, audit support, and advisory engagements as required.

Skills

Accounting experience

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Client liaison

Education

Degree in Accounting/Commerce

CA/CPA qualified or in progress

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

We are a well-established and reputable medium-sized firm based in the western suburbs, providing a full range of accounting and taxation services to our diverse client base spread throughout metropolitan Melbourne. We have a social office culture with regular team lunches, strong systems and processes in place, and we actively encourage training and development for all staff.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth in the business, our firm is seeking an Accountant to join the team. Working closely with the partners and other team members, you will support our clients across a broad range of compliance, reporting and advisory matters.

The role includes:

• Preparing financial statements and reports for clients - including companies, trusts, partnerships, self-managed superfunds and individuals - for presentation to management, directors and relevant statutory bodies
• Preparing and lodging income tax returns, Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) returns
• Assisting clients with budgeting decisions and the development of sound accounting policies and procedures
• Reviewing clients' income, expenditure and operating costs to identify areas for improved financial performance
• Providing advice on financial reporting obligations and ensuring client records comply with statutory and regulatory requirements
• Advising clients on the financial and taxation implications of different business structures, plans and operations
• Liaising with banks and financial institutions on behalf of clients regarding funding and financial arrangements
• Assisting with the implementation and ongoing maintenance of cloud-based accounting systems such as Xero and MYOB
• Monitoring and helping maintain sound internal control processes for clients
• Assisting with financial investigations, audit support and other advisory engagements as required
• Supporting the review of work prepared by junior staff, with opportunities for mentoring as your experience grows

The ideal candidate will have the following:

• Relevant accounting experience (previous experience in Business Services and Tax highly regarded)
• Degree qualified in Accounting, Commerce or a related field
• CA/CPA qualified, or actively working towards this qualification
• Familiarity with Australian tax and compliance requirements
• Experience with cloud-based accounting packages such as Xero and MYOB (highly regarded)
• Strong attention to detail and a proactive, professional work ethic
• Excellent communication skills, with the confidence to liaise directly with clients

On Offer

• $80,000 + super
• Close to public transport and retail amenities
• Friendly environment and strong team culture
• Regular social events - birthdays, Christmas, EOFY
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities
• Supportive leadership team committed to your ongoing growth