Business Services & Tax Accountant

MW Recruitment; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early Friday finish

Flexible hours

WFH

Mentoring culture

Technical training

Networking events

Job summary

MW Recruitment in North Queensland is seeking an Accountant in the Business Services and Tax division. You’ll work closely with a strong client base and a supportive leadership team to gain hands-on experience across compliance and advisory development.

You’ll have ownership of your work with mentoring, structured support and ongoing technical training in a modern, progressive workplace that values growth, collaboration and client outcomes.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualification, or working towards it.
• 1–3 years' experience in business services and tax in an Australian Public Practice.
• Strong technical skills across company, trust and partnership compliance.
• Proactive attitude with interest in becoming a well-rounded advisor.

Responsibilities

• Accountant in Business Services and Tax supports compliance and develops advisory skills with mentoring.
• Take ownership of work, while building technical capabilities and confidence.
• Work with a supportive leadership team and a strong client base.

Skills

Experience in business services & tax

Solid compliance skills

Proactive attitude

Education

CA/CPA qualification

Job description

One of North Queensland's most dynamic, fully integrated accounting practices. Known for their energetic and collaborative culture, this firm offers a genuinely supportive environment where your career growth and client outcomes are the top priorities.

With a strong focus on staff development and a modern, progressive workplace, this is the perfect environment for an ambitious Accountant looking to build a long-term career in public practice.

THE ROLE

As an Accountant in the Business Services and Tax division, you’ll work closely with a strong client base and a supportive leadership team. You’ll gain hands-on experience across compliance and further developing your advisory skills, with structured support and mentoring to help you progress.

You’ll be encouraged to take ownership of your work while continuing to build your technical capabilities and confidence.

SKILLS REQUIRED

CA/CPA qualification (working towards it or intention to compelte)

Minimum of 1-3 years’ business services and tax experience within an Australian Public Practice firm

Solid technical skills across compliance for companies, trusts and partnerships

A proactive attitude and genuine interest in developing into a well-rounded advisor

BENEFITS

• 3:00pm Friday finishes!
• Modern, open-plan offices with the latest technology
• WFH & flexible hours
• A strong mentoring culture with approachable and experienced leaders
• Quarterly one-on-one catch-ups to support your development and wellbeing
• Regular in-house technical training
• Access to webinars and resources from NTAA, Knowledge Shop, CCH, Tax Institute, CA, CPA and more
• Sponsored client events like race days and networking evenings