Accountant - Business Advisory

BPT The Birdanco Practice Trust; Canberra; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

BPT The Birdanco Practice Trust in Deakin ACT is seeking an accounting professional to support preparation of financial statements, review reports, and assist with tax compliance for clients. You’ll analyse financial data, ensure accuracy, and contribute to transparent reporting.

Candidates should have 1–3 years in a similar role, a Business or Commerce degree with Accounting major, and be pursuing CA or equivalent.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role.
• Business or Commerce degree with an Accounting major.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Commenced (or intention to commence) CA or equivalent qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements in line with accounting standards.
• Apply knowledge of client, firm and industry trends and current issues.
• Prepare clear, well‑structured work papers evidencing work performed.
• Review financial statements and management accounts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Identify and assist in resolving accounting issues.
• Apply basic tax compliance procedures.
• Assist with tax planning activities for clients.
• Prepare income tax returns for individuals, companies and trusts.
• Complete required regulatory forms accurately and on time.
• Meet lodgment deadlines in line with program requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Autonomy

Teamwork

Education

Business/Commerce degree (Accounting major)

Job description

Overview

Make your mark, build trusted relationships, and grow your career. In this dynamic role you’ll go beyond the numbers, analysing financial data and preparing high‑quality reports that give clients real clarity and confidence in their financial position. Your work directly supports smarter decision‑making, compliance and long‑term business success, and you’ll manage records across assets, liabilities, profit and loss and tax obligations to ensure accuracy, integrity and transparency across all financial activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation of financial statements in line with accounting standards.
• Apply knowledge of client, firm and industry trends and current issues.
• Prepare clear, well‑structured work papers evidencing work performed.
• Review financial statements and management accounts, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Identify and assist in resolving accounting issues.
• Apply basic tax compliance procedures.
• Assist with tax planning activities for clients.
• Prepare income tax returns for individuals, companies and trusts.
• Complete required regulatory forms accurately and on time.
• Meet lodgment deadlines in line with program requirements.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ experience in a similar accounting role.
• Business or Commerce degree with an Accounting major.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to work autonomously as well as collaboratively within a team.
• Commenced (or intention to commence) CA or equivalent qualification.

Location

Level 2/70 Kent St, Deakin ACT 2600

Salary

Between $75,000 - $90,000 (including super), based on experience

Job Timeline

Open Date: 16 July 2026 • Close Date: 14 August 2026