Intermediate Accountant

Abacus Human Capital; Sunshine Coast Regional; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured training and mentorship

CA/CPA study support including paid/tu

Team culture with events

Job summary

Abacus Human Capital is partnering with a growing Sunshine Coast accounting firm to recruit a capable CPA/CA-track candidate. The role focuses on preparing financial statements, tax returns, and statutory compliance for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships.

You will gain exposure to tax planning and business advisory within a collaborative team. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in Australian public practice, a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Commerce, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in an Australian public practice accounting firm
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Current and ongoing working rights in Australia

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements (including GPFS) and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts and partnerships
• Prepare BAS/IAS and other statutory compliance
• Manage Div 7A loans, GST, CGT and FBT matters
• Stay up to date with taxation and legislative changes
• Work closely with a supportive, collaborative, high-performing team
• Gain exposure to tax planning and business advisory with client meeting opportunities

Skills

Public practice experience

Written and verbal communication

Proactive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Commerce or related field

Tools

Xero

GST/compliance knowledge

Job description

• Structuredtraining and mentorshipfrom senior staff and Directors
• Support forCA/CPA studiesincluding paid study leave and fees
• Genuine Team Culture | Regular Events & Social Catch-Ups

The Benefits:

• Structuredtraining and mentorshipfrom senior staff and Directors
• Support forCA/CPA studiesincluding paid study leave and fees
• Genuine Team Culture | Regular Events & Social Catch-Ups

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparing financial statements (including GPFS) & income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships
• Preparation of BAS/ IAS, and other statutory compliance
• ManagingDiv 7Aloans, GST, CGT and FBTmatters
• Staying up todate with taxation andlegislative changes
• Work closely with asupportive, collaborative and high-performing team
• Gain exposure totax planning and business advisory, with opportunities to attend client meetings alongside senior team members

Skills and Experience:

• 2+ years' experiencewithin an Australian public practice accounting firm
• Bachelor's degree inAccounting, Commerce or a related field
• Experience working withbusiness and trust clients
• Strongwritten and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude with a willingness tolearn and develop
• Current and ongoing working rights in Australia

About the Organisation

Our client is a well-established and growing accounting firm supporting individuals and businesses across the Sunshine Coast and North Lakes. The firm delivers a broad range of taxation, accounting and business advisory services, with a strong focus on providing practical and timely advice.

With a Xero-certified team and cloud-based approach, they support clients across tax planning, business structuring, bookkeeping, superannuation and more. Known for their technical expertise, professional service and long-standing client relationships, they offer a supportive environment with a genuine focus on quality and client outcomes.