Junior Tax Accountant - QLD, Mackay

H&R Block External; Mackay Regional; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training

Mentoring

Broad exposure

Team environment

Job summary

H&R Block External in Mackay seeks a motivated Junior Tax Accountant to join our busy practice. You will gain training in individual tax returns, rental schedules, BAS/IAS, and capital gains calculations under supervision.

We welcome graduates or juniors with exposure to Australian tax returns, a strong eye for detail, and good communication. Prior public practice is valued but not essential; full training is provided.

Qualifications

• Accounting degree completed or currently studying.
• Some exposure to Australian income tax returns.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and prepare individual income tax returns
• Prepare and maintain Rental property schedules
• Capital gains tax calculations
• BAS and IAS preparation
• Client correspondence and information gathering
• Tax office liaison and administration
• Business tax return preparation (with training)

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Positive attitude

Public practice exposure

Tax exposure

Education

Accounting degree completed or currently studying

Job description

About Us

We are a busy well-established tax practice located in Mackay, providing taxation services to individuals and small businesses. We are seeking a motivated Junior Tax Accountant to join our team. Some exposure to tax return preparation is preferred, however full training will be provided to the right person.

About the Role

This is an excellent opportunity for a graduate or junior accountant looking to develop technical taxation skills under the guidance of a Registered Tax Agent.

As part of the Tax Preparation and Client Service team, you will:

• Interview clients and prepare individual income tax returns
• Prepare and maintain Rental property schedules
• Capital gains tax calculations
• BAS and IAS preparation
• Client correspondence and information gathering
• Tax office liaison and administration
• Business tax return preparation (with training)

About You

You will ideally have:

• Accounting degree completed or currently studying
• Some exposure to Australian income tax returns
• Strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• A willingness to learn and develop professionally
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Previous experience in public practice, H&R Block, tax consulting or a similar environment will be highly regarded but is not essential.

What We Offer

• Full training and mentoring
• Exposure to a broad range of individual tax and small business accounting matters
• Supportive and friendly team environment