Part-Time Intermediate Accountant: Tax & Accounting Pro

Active Accountants; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Training opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Supportive Cairns workplace

Job summary

Active Accountants in Cairns seeks an experienced Intermediate Accountant for a casual, part-time, or contract role. You will support taxation and accounting services for a diverse client base in the Cairns region.

You will prepare and review tax returns, perform tax planning, manage ledgers, prepare financial statements, and ensure compliance with Australian tax law and accounting standards. Strong client communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Relevant accounting or finance qualification (Diploma/Degree)
• Experience in an accounting or taxation practice
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax law and accounting principles
• Proficiency with accounting software and tax prep tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple client engagements and meet deadlines
• Strong client communication skills
• Proactive in professional development and tax updates
• Payroll, superannuation and GST experience advantageous
• Experience with cloud accounting packages (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and related management software
• Familiarity with ASIC online services and ASIC Agent duties

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review tax returns for individuals, partnerships and SMEs
• Conduct tax planning analyses and provide strategic tax advice
• Manage accounting records, reconciliations and ledgers
• Prepare financial statements and management reports
• Ensure compliance with tax legislation and accounting standards
• Liaise with clients to gather financial information
• Maintain working papers and documentation for client work
• Contribute to efficient delivery of accounting and taxation services within deadlines

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Diploma/Degree in Accounting

CPA/CA/IPA member or in progress

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Xero Practice Manager

Class software

Job description

Active Accountants in Cairns seeks an experienced Intermediate Accountant for a casual, part-time, or contract role. You will support taxation and accounting services for a diverse client base in the Cairns region.

You will prepare and review tax returns, perform tax planning, manage ledgers, prepare financial statements, and ensure compliance with Australian tax law and accounting standards. Strong client communication is essential.