Intermediate Accountant- Newcastle

Charterhouse; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study assistance toward CA/CPA

Mentoring from senior accountants

Professional development

Modern technology-driven environment

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Charterhouse in NSW, Newcastle area, is seeking a capable accountant to join a supportive, technology-focused team. You will work across Business Services and Tax, preparing compliance work while developing exposure to tax planning, commercial matters and Business Advisory.

The role offers learning across complex entity structures, strong mentoring from senior accountants, and studying towards CA/CPA with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ Australian public practice experience.
• Experience across Business Services and Tax.
• Experience preparing financial statements, income tax returns and BAS.
• Exposure to companies, trusts and other business structures.

Responsibilities

• Preparing financial statements and income tax returns.
• Preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS).
• Working across companies, trusts, SMSFs and company group structures.
• Assisting with tax planning and taxation matters.
• Supporting senior staff with Business Advisory engagements.
• Analysing financial information and assisting with commercial outcomes for clients.
• Liaising with clients and responding to accounting and taxation queries.
• Managing workflow and competing deadlines.
• Working collaboratively within a technology-driven accounting environment.
• Developing your technical knowledge across Australian taxation and accounting requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Client service orientation

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting/Commerce

Tools

Cloud-based accounting systems

Job description

Summary

You’ll gain exposure across Business Services, Tax and Advisory while developing your technical capability in a supportive, technology-focused environment.

About the Firm

This is a progressive Chartered Accounting firm providing accounting, taxation and business advisory services to a diverse portfolio of privately owned businesses and commercial clients.

The firm works across a broad range of entity structures and industries, providing exposure to more complex client groups and commercial matters beyond standard compliance work.

The culture is professional, collaborative and technology-driven, with a strong focus on training, mentoring and developing accountants over the long term.

Flexibility & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Exposure to complex commercial clients and entity structures
• Study assistance and support towards CA/CPA
• Ongoing professional development and technical training
• Direct mentoring from experienced senior accountants
• Exposure to tax planning and Business Advisory
• Modern, technology-focused working environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Genuine opportunities for career progression

About the Role

You’ll work across a diverse portfolio of Business Services and Tax clients, preparing compliance work while progressively developing your exposure to tax planning, commercial matters and Business Advisory.

The role will provide the opportunity to work across more complex entity structures while developing your technical skills and understanding of your clients’ businesses.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing financial statements and income tax returns
• Preparing Business Activity Statements (BAS)
• Working across companies, trusts, SMSFs and company group structures
• Assisting with tax planning and taxation matters
• Supporting senior staff with Business Advisory engagements
• Analysing financial information and assisting with commercial outcomes for clients
• Liaising with clients and responding to accounting and taxation queries
• Managing workflow and competing deadlines
• Working collaboratively within a technology-driven accounting environment
• Developing your technical knowledge across Australian taxation and accounting requirements

About You

You will have:

• 2+ years’ Australian public practice experience
• Experience across Business Services and Tax
• Experience preparing financial statements, income tax returns and BAS
• Exposure to companies, trusts and other business structures
• Relevant Accounting, Commerce or Business degree
• CA/CPA studies commenced or an interest in completing the qualification
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Excellent communication and client service skills
• Strong organisation and ability to manage competing deadlines
• Experience with cloud-based accounting systems highly regarded
• A proactive attitude and genuine desire to develop your career within Chartered Accounting