Intermediate Accountant

JY Accountants; Gold Coast City; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Clear career progression opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Supportive team culture

Client facing experience—manage own <i

Job summary

JY Accountants in Southport, QLD, is seeking an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our Business Services team. You will manage your own client portfolio, prepare financial statements and tax returns, and support advisory services to progress your career.

Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in Australian public practice, a degree in Accounting or Commerce, and strong knowledge of Australian taxation with proficiency in Xero and other accounting software.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years Australian public practice accounting experience.
• Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in Australian business services and taxation.
• Sound knowledge of Australian taxation, including companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own portfolio of clients and act as a day-to-day point of contact.
• Prepare financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Prepare BAS, IAS and other taxation and compliance work.
• Assist clients with general taxation, accounting and business matters.
• Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure work is completed on time.
• Identify accounting and taxation issues and discuss more complex matters with senior team members.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Commerce

CPA/CA qualification or progress

Tools

Xero

Job description

JY Accountants is a respected business services and corporate advisory firm based in Southport, QLD. We provide comprehensive accounting, taxation and advisory services to businesses throughout Queensland.

We pride ourselves on providing practical, high-quality advice, building long-term client relationships and maintaining a professional and supportive team environment.

Due to the continued growth of our firm, we are seeking an experienced Intermediate Accountant with at least 3 years' Australian public practice experience to join our Business Services team.

This is a client-facing role offering the opportunity to manage your own portfolio of clients, develop your technical and advisory skills and progress your career within a growing accounting firm.

What you'll be doing

Manage your own portfolio of clients and act as a day-to-day point of contact.

Prepare financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.

Prepare BAS, IAS and other taxation and compliance work.

Assist clients with general taxation, accounting and business matters.

Communicate directly with clients to obtain information, resolve queries and ensure work is completed on time.

Identify accounting and taxation issues and discuss more complex matters with senior team members.

Maintain accurate workpapers and ensure work complies with relevant taxation, accounting and firm requirements.

What we're looking for

Minimum 3 years' Australian public practice accounting experience is essential.

Degree qualification in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.

Strong experience in Australian business services and taxation.

Sound knowledge of Australian taxation, including companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.

Strong proficiency in Xero and other accounting software.

Ability to manage your own workload and client portfolio with appropriate senior support.

Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills and confidence dealing directly with clients.

Professional attitude with a strong commitment to client service, confidentiality and integrity.

CPA/CA qualification, or progress towards qualification, is highly regarded.

What we offer

At JY Accountants, we are committed to supporting our employees' professional growth and wellbeing. We offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career satisfaction and work-life balance:

Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience and qualifications

Clear career progression opportunities towards senior accountant and supervisor roles

Professional development opportunities including support for further qualifications and training

Professional, positive, close-knit, and supportive team culture

Client facing experience and the opportunity to manage your own portfolio

A positive workplace culture focused on client service excellence and continuous improvement

Birthday bonus leave

Bonus leave during the Christmas break

Quarterly team social events