Intermediate/Senior Accountant - South Yarra | $110k+super

Recruitment Expert; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

WFH after probation

Job summary

Recruitment Expert in South Yarra (Victoria) is seeking a skilled accountant with 3–5 years in public practice to support a range of clients. The role focuses on compliance with room to grow into advisory services, reporting to the manager Steven.

Expect involvement in BAS, company/trust returns, and individual tax, with strong emphasis on client communication and workflow management. The firm offers a friendly, professional team of about 20, and a pathway to growth and mentorship within a

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in public practice.
• Comfortable preparing BAS, company/trust returns, and individual tax.
• Understands Div7A (not expert required).
• Takes ownership of learning and asks questions.
• Communicates clearly with clients and team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review BAS, tax returns, and financials for clients.
• Liaise with clients to collect and clarify information.
• Respond to client queries with appropriate confidence.
• Work with the team to resolve tax issues and compliance matters.
• Time entry and general workflow management.

Skills

Public practice experience

Communication

Time management

Proactive learning

Tools

Xero

HandiSoft

BGL

ClassSuper

Job description

This role pays up to $110,000 + super and provides up to 3 days work from home post probation.

Join a Growing Firm Where Learning Is Valued and Initiative Is Rewarded

Located in the heart of South Yarra, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, full-service business services firm with a friendly, professional team of 20 people. The team is close-knit, more introverted than flashy, and values intelligence, curiosity, and proactive learning.

The firm is steadily growing, and they’re looking for someone with 3–5 years of experience in public practice who’s ready to deepen their technical expertise and step further into advisory.

About the Role

This role will see you working closely with the manager, Steven, to manage workflow and support a range of clients. The work is mostly compliance-based but with room for growth into advisory as your skills and confidence develop.

Your day-to-day will include:

• Preparing and reviewing BAS, tax returns, and financials for companies, trusts, and individuals
• Liaising with clients to collect and clarify information
• Responding to client queries (depending on your confidence and communication style)
• Working with the team to resolve tax issues, Div7A, and general compliance matters
• Identifying when to escape questions or outsource complex matters
• Time entry and general workflow management

Who They’re Looking For

This is a great role for someone who:

• Has 3–5 years’ experience in public practice
• Is comfortable preparing BAS, company/trust returns, and individual tax
• Understands Div7A (you don’t need to be an expert—just know what it is)
• Takes ownership of their learning and isn’t afraid to ask questions
• Communicates clearly and professionally with clients and the team
• Is looking for a workplace that values steady growth, mentorship, and long-term development

About the Firm

• 20-person team, friendly and professional
• Clients include farming, hospitality, retail, and private wealth
• Led by two highly experienced partners with complementary strengths (advisory and compliance)
• Culturally suited to those in their late 20s to 30s, especially those who are motivated, mature, and thoughtful
• Strong commitment to training and development

Tools & Systems

• Xero & Handisoft
• BGL & ClassSuper for superannuation

Flexibility & Salary

• 3 days WFH after probation
• Up to $110,000 + Super, depending on experience and capability