Business Services Intermediate / Senior Accountant

Grant Thornton Australia Limited; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible / hybrid working

Study assistance

Parental leave

Health insurance discounts

Gym membership

Job summary

Grant Thornton Australia is seeking an Intermediate or Senior Accountant for our Adelaide office. You will prepare accounts, tax returns, BAS, FBT and payroll tax for a diverse client base, while developing client relationships and providing timely tax and accounting advice.

You will mentor junior staff, manage competing priorities, and contribute to a supportive, flexible work environment with hybrid options. A CA qualification and strong communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Accounting/finance degree or equivalent
• CA qualification in progress or attained
• Significant experience in business and tax advisory within a chartered accounting setting
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills
• Highly organised with ability to manage competing priorities

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounts, tax returns, BAS, FBT and payroll tax returns for a broad range of clients
• Build and maintain positive relationships with clients
• Liaise with clients regarding compliance requirements and assist with tax and accounting advice
• Monitor and review the work of junior team members and provide development and mentoring

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Client-facing

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree

CA qualification (in progress or attained)

Job description

Broaden your exposure with a diverse portfolio of large clients and complex entity structures Flexible and hybrid working that supports when, where and how you work Recharge Time to refresh, reset and support work-life balance Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms. Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to ‘Reach for Remarkable’ by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience. In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

Our Private Enterprise (Business Services) team is looking for an Intermediate or Senior Accountant to join our friendly, supportive Adelaide office. Business leaders face many challenges throughout the business lifecycle: from managing daily operations, tax and compliance, to navigating a competitive landscape and planning an exit strategy. As part of our ‘Reach for Remarkable’ brand promise, Grant Thornton’s people are committed to providing a strikingly different client experience that is agile, authentic, and personal.

Key responsibilities

• Preparation of accounts, tax returns, BAS, FBT and payroll tax returns for a broad range of clients, from SMEs to large companies
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients
• Liaise with clients regarding compliance requirements and assist with tax and accounting advice
• Monitor and review the work of junior team members and provide development, coaching and mentoring as required

Skills and experience

You will be a caring, conscientious accounting professional who thrives in a client-facing environment. With well-developed analytical and critical thinking skills, you love to approach problems from different angles and with close attention to detail, in order to find innovative, practical solutions.

Qualification(s) and / or professional accreditation(s) in a relevant discipline such as Business / Commerce, Accounting or Finance, or other relevant professional or overseas qualification(s)

Have attained or commenced a CA qualification

Significant professional experience in business and tax advisory within a chartered accounting setting

Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with a desire to go ‘above and beyond’ to delight your clients

Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities within a deadline-driven environment

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

Reach your remarkable

At Grant Thornton, we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do, remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we ignite the potential within our people and clients to create enduring success and positively shape the communities around us. With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first

• Flexible / hybrid working options and Recharge Time available
• Funded professional membership and study assistance
• Up to 26 weeks’ paid parental leave | paid secondary carers’ leave
• Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts
• And many more!

Need some help applying or participating in the recruitment process? We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent. Should you have questions or require any adaptations or additional support for your individual circumstances so you may perform at your best during the application or recruitment process please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]

About Grant Thornton

At Grant Thornton we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we care for our people, clients and communities and support them to thrive. We set the bar high to deliver a strikingly different working experience – in what we do but also how we do it. We understand that everyone has different needs and responsibilities outside of work. Here, you can access a range of formal and informal flexible working options including adjusted work hours, part-time roles and hybrid working. We are also the first professional services firm in Australia to trial and permanently implement a 9-Day fortnight with no reduction in salary.