Accountant: Lead Client Work & Mentorship

LiveHire Limited; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly+Partners in Sydney seeks a Chartered Accountant to join its Inner West team, focusing on building a long-term career within a growing firm. You will work with experienced professionals, strengthening technical fundamentals and progressively taking on broader client responsibilities.

The role offers exposure to advisory, business services, and client management across a diverse client base, with structured training and CA support to help you advance toward senior roles.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a Chartered Accounting Practice.
• CA qualification or currently undertaking CA studies.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• Experience with MYOB AE, HowNow, Active Ledger, Xero, and QuickBooks or ability to learn quickly.
• Strong communication, organisational and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
• Desire to grow into a senior role within a supportive and high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Partners and team to ensure client work is timely and accurate.
• Lead in preparation of Financial Statements and Income Tax Returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs.
• Prepare BAS, IAS, FBT, CGT and PAYG for various entities.
• Prepare and deliver annual workers compensation and payroll tax reconciliations.
• Be coached by a Partner to manage a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Liaise with statutory authorities on behalf of clients.
• Provide exceptional service and participate in training seminars and team meetings.

Skills

Experience 2+ yrs

CA qualified

Accounting degree

Communication skills

Client service

Career growth

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in Accounting

Tools

MYOB AE

HowNow

Active Ledger

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

Kelly+Partners in Sydney seeks a Chartered Accountant to join its Inner West team, focusing on building a long-term career within a growing firm. You will work with experienced professionals, strengthening technical fundamentals and progressively taking on broader client responsibilities.

The role offers exposure to advisory, business services, and client management across a diverse client base, with structured training and CA support to help you advance toward senior roles.