Junior - Intermediate Accountant

Kelly+Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Kelly+Partners, a Top 20 accounting firm in Australia, seeks a Junior or Intermediate Accountant to support client management and growth. You'll prepare financial statements, lead tax returns, and work closely with experienced Partners. This development opportunity offers a pathway to leadership in a supportive environment with exceptional benefits.

Benefits

Equity ownership opportunity

CA and postgraduate study support

WFH and flexible work arrangements

Monthly tax and SMSF training

Awards and bonuses for top performers

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in a Chartered Accounting Practice.
• Chartered Accountant qualification or in progress.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Partners to complete client work in a timely manner.
• Prepare Financial Statements and Income Tax Returns.
• Liaise with statutory authorities on behalf of clients.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Proactive

Self-motivated

Enthusiastic

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or similar

Chartered Accountant qualification or in progress

Tools

MYOB

Xero

Quickbooks

Job description

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At Kelly+Partners, we operate with one clear mission: "to help our people, private business owners, and the communities we work in Be Better Off". We are committed to providing personal and professional growth opportunities to ensure all our team members are set up for a fulfilling and successful future.

About Kelly+Partners

• Top 20 accounting firm in Australia
• Certified Great Place to Work 3 years running
• Winner of the Australian Business Awards for Employer of Choice 2022
• Awarded one of Australia’s Best Workplaces for Women 2023
• Established in 2006 and growing at over 30% per annum

Why Join Us?

In addition to working in an organisation that is committed to offering the best services and opportunities to both our clients and our team, you will also have access to the following benefits:

• Opportunity to have equity ownership in a Top 20 Accounting Firm
• Diverse range of clients to grow your skills
• Interstate retreats and company events
• Modern, bright workplaces with state-of-the-art technology
• Awards and bonuses for top performers
• WFH and flexible work arrangements
• CA and postgraduate study support
• Monthly tax and SMSF training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Community Service Leave

The Opportunity

As a Junior or Intermediate Accountant, you will be an important part in enabling Kelly+Partners’ next phase of growth. You will become an integral part of the broader team and be mentored by Partners to help you grow into leadership positions. Kelly+Partners is committed to providing learning and development opportunities for all our team, ensuring that you would have the resources and training to support you on this journey.

Position Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Partners and team members to ensure client work is completed in a timely manner
• Take lead in the preparation Financial Statements and Income Tax Returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships and SMSFs
• Prepare BAS, IAS, FBT, CGT and PAYG for a variety of companies and trusts
• Prepare and deliver annual workers compensation and payroll tax reconciliations
• Be coached directly by an experienced Partner with an aim to manage a diverse portfolio of clients
• Liaise with various statutory authorities on behalf of clients
• Help provide an exceptional service to our clients
• Participate in training seminars, team meetings and social events
• Offer support and training to junior team members

About You

• 2+ years' experience in a Chartered Accounting Practice
• Chartered Accountant qualification or in progress
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Accounting or similar
• Experience using accounting software, including MYOB AE, HowNow, Active Ledger, APS, MYOB, Xero and Quickbooks
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Committed to providing exceptional service to our clients
• Proactive, self-motivated and enthusiastic

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Kelly+Partners was founded in on a handshake and a determination to challenge the status quo, in 2006, as a small group of accountants dedicated to providing advice and expertise at the highest levels.

Kelly+Partners have achieved extraordinary results following the distinctive visions of our founders - a cohesive team of advisors intensely focused on helping our clients manage their entire financial universe and solving our clients’ most important problems.

We have experience in the fields of accounting, taxation, business advisory, audit, taxation consulting, wealth management and family office services.

Our specialty is counsel to Private Business Owners, individuals and families of significant wealth to keep control of, preserve and grow their wealth.

We have some of the largest, most complex and demanding businesses, owners, individuals and families across private advisory matters in Sydney and nationally.

We have a track record of original and ground-breaking solutions and innovations that have had a dramatic impact on the way business is conducted in our industry and we are regarded as thought leaders.

Our distinctive ownership and operational structure defines our approach.

We maintain a ratio of associates to Client Directors significantly below that of other firms and our Client Directors are equity owners who have made a minimum 10-year commitment to be with the firm ensuring continuity of advice to our clients.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

Kelly+Partners was founded in on a handshake and a determination to challenge the status quo, in 2006, as a small group of accountants dedicated to providing advice and expertise at the highest levels.

Kelly+Partners have achieved extraordinary results following the distinctive visions of our founders - a cohesive team of advisors intensely focused on helping our clients manage their entire financial universe and solving our clients’ most important problems.

We have experience in the fields of accounting, taxation, business advisory, audit, taxation consulting, wealth management and family office services.

Our specialty is counsel to Private Business Owners, individuals and families of significant wealth to keep control of, preserve and grow their wealth.

We have some of the largest, most complex and demanding businesses, owners, individuals and families across private advisory matters in Sydney and nationally.

We have a track record of original and ground-breaking solutions and innovations that have had a dramatic impact on the way business is conducted in our industry and we are regarded as thought leaders.

Our distinctive ownership and operational structure defines our approach.

We maintain a ratio of associates to Client Directors significantly below that of other firms and our Client Directors are equity owners who have made a minimum 10-year commitment to be with the firm ensuring continuity of advice to our clients.

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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