Intermediate Accountant

PGP Consulting Pty Ltd; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work up to 2 days a week from 1

Birthday leave

Coffees and healthy snacks

Professional courses and study leave

Tailored training program

Training allowance

Mentoring and leadership development

Team events and socials

Volunteer leave

Parental leave

Flexible working

Job summary

PGP Consulting Pty Ltd in Melbourne is seeking an Intermediate Accountant to support client engagements, prepare financial and tax deliverables, and contribute to advisory projects. You’ll work with senior team members to build your technical skills, foster client relationships, and gain exposure to a wide range of accounting and business matters.

You’ll collaborate with colleagues in a hybrid work environment, benefit from mentoring, and pursue ongoing professional development as you help

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years accounting experience in a multi-partner firm.
• CA/CPA journey completed or nearing completion.
• Experience with compliance for businesses and family groups: interim and year-end financial accounts; income tax returns for individuals & companies; quarterly BAS statements.
• Exposure to consulting/advisory services: budgeting, management reporting, external CFO services.
• Knowledge of Division 7A tax issues affecting private groups.
• Full Working Rights in Australia.
• Living and working in Melbourne.

Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting and tax compliance work across a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Collaborate with clients to provide insights, improve business performance, and identify growth opportunities.
• Assist in preparing management reports, forecasts, and advisory deliverables delivering real value operationally.
• Work with FYI Docs, Business Fitness Active Workpapers, Xero, XPM and CAS360; training provided.
• Contribute ideas and champion improvements in processes, software, or systems.
• Embrace a dynamic, tech-driven environment and adapt to change for better outcomes.
• Support a collaborative, high-performing team culture and personal growth.

Skills

Accounting experience

Client relationships

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Education

CA/CPA progression

Tools

FYI Docs

Business Fitness Active Workpapers

Xero

XPM

CAS360 (BGL Systems)

Job description

PGP Consulting is a boutique accounting, tax and advisory firm based in Melbourne, dedicated to helping ambitious business owners, family groups, and high-net-worth individuals achieve their goals. We combine deep technical expertise with genuine relationships - translating complex tax and financial matters into clarity, strategy, and confidence.

Our client base spans diverse industries including hospitality, property, professional services, and creative sectors. We take pride in delivering premium, personalised service and fostering long-term partnerships built on trust.

We’re a progressive firm with a people-first culture, offering opportunities for growth, flexibility, and meaningful impact.

We are proudly Great Place To Work Certified and were named Boutique Firm of the Year (20+ employees) for 2026.

About the Role

As an Intermediate Accountant, you’ll play a key role in supporting client engagements, preparing financial and tax deliverables, and contributing to advisory projects. You’ll work closely with senior team members to develop your technical skills, build client relationships, and gain exposure to a wide range of accounting and business matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare accounting and tax compliance work across a diverse portfolio of clients.
• Collaborate closely with clients to provide meaningful insights, improve business performance, and identify opportunities for growth.
• Assist in the preparation of management reports, forecasts, and advisory deliverables that add real value at an operational level.
• Work within FYI Docs, Business Fitness Active Workpapers, Xero, XPM, and BGL Systems (CAS360) - training provided where needed.
• Contribute ideas and become a champion in areas of interest, whether that’s business processes, software, or systems.
• Embrace a dynamic, tech-driven environment and adapt to ongoing change for better business outcomes.
• Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team culture where your input is valued and your professional growth is supported.

About You

You’re a motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is ready to take the next step in your career. You enjoy mentoring others, working closely with clients, and thinking strategically.

You’ll bring

• At least 2-3+ years accounting experience in a multi-partner firm.
• Completed your CA/CPA journey or nearing completion.
• Have experience with compliance for businesses and family groups, including:
• Preparation of interim and year-end financial accounts
• Preparation of Income Tax Returns for Individuals & Companies
• Preparation of quarterly BAS Statements
• Exposure to consulting/advisory services such as budget preparation, management reporting and external CFO services
• Knowledge of tax issues affecting private groups, including the application of Division 7A to both companies and trusts
• Full Working Rights in Australia
• Living and working in Melbourne

Why You’ll Love Working at PGP

We believe great people do their best work when they’re supported, recognised, and inspired. Here’s a snapshot of our perks and culture:

• Hybrid work (up to 2 days a week from home)
• Birthday leave, coffees and healthy office snacks
• Paid professional courses and study leave
• Comprehensive and tailored training program
• Additional training allowance over and above our training program
• Ongoing mentoring and leadership development
• Monthly afternoon teas, quarterly events, and team social activities (think escape rooms, arcade games, yoga, axe throwing, driving range, just to name a few)
• Community focussed, partnering with charities and access to annual leave for volunteering activities
• Paid parental leave after two years of service
• Flexible working arrangements