Intermediate Business Services Accountant

Minchin Recruitment; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative office environment

Job summary

A specialized recruitment agency seeks an Intermediate Business Services Accountant for a well-regarded firm in Melbourne. The role involves preparing tax returns and financial statements, and requires a relevant degree and CA/CPA progress. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in an Australian accounting firm. This position offers a supportive and collaborative working environment with career progression and hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in an Australian accounting firm.

Responsibilities

• Prepare income tax returns and financial statements for clients.
• Prepare Business Activity Statements and state tax returns.
• Research on tax issues and draft tax advice for managers.
• Liaise with ATO, OSR, clients, and professionals for task completion.

Skills

Technical knowledge of accounting and taxation fundamentals

Experience using MYOB AE

Experience using Xero

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Degree in accounting from an Australian institution

Completed or working towards CA/CPA qualification

Job description

Intermediate Business Services Accountant

Base pay range

A$80,000.00/yr - A$90,000.00/yr

Role Highlights

• Hybrid working arrangements available
• Direct access to Partners and regular leadership check-ins
• Career progression opportunities tailored to your interests
• Exposure to large and complex clients with turnover >$100m
• Access to contemporary software and systems
• Collaborative office with support from the leadership team
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• Part of an expanding firm with challenging, high-value engagements

About the firm

Our client is a high-profile boutique firm located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD. Servicing large, prestigious clients, we are searching for two experienced candidates to join the team and embark on a life-changing career. Offering a range of services, including accounting & tax advice, wealth management, loans & finance and private family management, there are significant opportunities for candidates to learn and broaden their accounting skillset.

About the position

• Prepare income tax returns and financial statements for individuals, sole traders, companies and trusts.
• Prepare Business Activity Statements and state tax returns, such as payroll tax and land tax.
• Prepare financial statements and income tax returns to the review stage, including the preparation of detailed working papers
• Researching and consulting on a range of tax issues and drafting tax advice for managers and partners.
• Liaising with the ATO, OSR, clients, and other professionals to ensure the timely and accurate completion of tasks.

The ideal candidate

• A degree in accounting from an Australian institution
• Completed or working towards a CA/CPA qualification
• At least 1 year of experience in an Australian accounting firm
• Experience using MYOB AE, Xero and Excel
• Strong technical knowledge of accounting and taxation fundamentals

What’s on offer

• Hybrid working arrangements available
• Direct access to Partners and regular leadership check-ins
• Career progression opportunities tailored to your interests
• Exposure to large and complex clients with turnover >$100m
• Access to contemporary software and systems
• Collaborative office with support from the leadership team
• Regular training and professional development opportunities
• Part of an expanding firm with challenging, high-value engagements

Shortlisting will begin once applications are received.

For a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Shaun from Minchin Recruitment at [e-mail] or on [phone].