Accountant

Bentley; Newcastle; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 2 days work from home after a 2-

Flexible start and finish times

Support for CA/CPA including 2 days of

2 days study leave per module and_fin

Job summary

Bentley is a local accounting and advisory firm in Newcastle offering hybrid work with up to 2 days work from home after settling in. You will prepare financial statements and tax returns for SMEs and groups, support advisory projects, and liaise with clients to manage key relationships using Xero and MYOB.

The role suits someone pursuing CA/CPA with a public practice background and a passion for advisory work within a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Degree qualified in accounting or equivalent.
• Public practice background in tax and business services is preferred.
• Interest in advisory and complex client structures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for SMEs and groups.
• Support advisory projects such as strategy and management reporting.
• Liaise directly with clients and manage key relationships.
• Identify tax planning and structuring opportunities.
• Work with Xero, MYOB and modern practice management tools.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Client relationships

Advisory interest

Education

Degree qualified in accounting

CA/CPA in progress

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

• Up to 2 days work from home after a settling-in period
• Flexible start and finish times
• Support for CA/CPA including 2 days study leave per module and financial assistance
• Social team events including EOFY, Melbourne Cup and Christmas
• Self-funded team lunches and a collaborative culture
• No offshoring - all work is done locally
• Award-winning firm with modern systems and practices
• Exposure to advisory, strategy and high-value clients

What's on Offer

• Up to 2 days work from home after a settling-in period
• Flexible start and finish times
• Support for CA/CPA including 2 days study leave per module and financial assistance
• Social team events including EOFY, Melbourne Cup and Christmas
• Self-funded team lunches and a collaborative culture
• No offshoring - all work is done locally
• Award-winning firm with modern systems and practices
• Exposure to advisory, strategy and high-value clients

About the Role

Join a progressive firm that goes beyond the standard compliance model. You’ll work with high-net-worth and complex clients across a broad range of industries. This role offers the opportunity to grow your advisory exposure and technical skills in a supportive, tech-forward environment.

• Prepare financial statements and tax returns for SMEs and groups
• Support advisory projects such as strategy and management reporting
• Liaise directly with clients and manage key relationships
• Identify tax planning and structuring opportunities
• Work with Xero, MYOB and modern practice management tools

Skills and Experience

• Degree qualified and undertaking (or willing to undertake) CA or CPA
• Public practice background in tax and business services
• Confident using Xero and MYOB
• Strong communication and attention to detail
• Interest in advisory and working with complex group structures

About the Company

A local accounting and advisory firm with around 20 staff, known for its long-tenured team and strong focus on client relationships. People enjoy working here because of the family-friendly culture, flexible arrangements and diverse work. The team is largely made up of professionals with families who value balance and meaningful client interactions.