Intermediate Accountant

Lawyers Weekly; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly is seeking an Intermediate Accountant for a boutique accounting firm with a loyal client base on the Gold Coast. The role offers a 4-day work week with a full-time salary, enabling independent work with support from senior accountants as needed.

You will handle clients across individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs, performing compliance and advisory work while using Xero to manage client files.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounting compliance and reporting.
• Ability to work independently once shown systems and processes.
• Strong attention to detail with pride in producing accurate work.
• Ability to identify issues, think critically, and problem solve.
• Organised and proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and income tax returns.
• Identify errors, variances, and process improvements.
• Assist with cashflow monitoring, debtor management, and business performance review.
• Exposure to FBT, Div 7A loan agreements, and commercial structures.
• Liaise directly with clients across multiple industries.
• Work exclusively in Xero to manage and complete client files.

Skills

Xero

Financial statement review

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Client liaison

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Job description

4 DAY WORK WEEK - FULL TIME PAY | MODERN SYSTEMS | COLLABORATIVE CULTURE

About The Role

Our client, a boutique accounting firm with a loyal client base, is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to join their team. This role is suited to someone who enjoys working independently and is confident reviewing financial information, identifying issues, and providing insights, while still having the support of senior accountants when needed.

You will work with a wide range of clients including individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and SMSFs, and contribute to both compliance and advisory functions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns
• Identifying errors, variances, and process improvements
• Assisting with cashflow monitoring, debtor management, and business performance review
• Exposure to FBT, Div 7A loan agreements, and commercial structures
• Liaising directly with clients across multiple industries
• Working exclusively in Xero to manage and complete client files

About You

Our client is seeking a motivated and capable Intermediate Accountant who brings:

• A solid understanding of accounting compliance and reporting
• Confidence working independently once shown systems and processes
• Strong attention to detail with pride in producing accurate work
• The ability to identify issues, think critically, and problem solve
• An organised and proactive approach with the ability to manage competing priorities

Why Join?

• 4-day work week with a full-time salary (Fridays off!)
• Varied and interesting client base
• Down to earth and collaborative team environment
• Modern systems and technology
• Supportive leaders who value contribution and initiative
• Career development opportunities if you want them