Public Practice Intermediate Accountant

TLF Partners; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working environment

Career development opportunities

Diverse client base (SMEs & property)

Cremorne office access 2 days/week

Work from home 3 days/week

Job summary

TLF Partners in Melbourne invites an experienced Intermediate Accountant to join our growing public accounting practice. You will support clients with accurate reporting, compliance, and proactive financial insights across individuals, SMEs and property investors.

The role emphasizes high-quality work, strong Australian tax knowledge, and effective communication. Hybrid work with two days in our Cremorne office and three days remote, plus opportunities for professional development and career

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role in public practice.
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation principles, including income tax, GST and financial reporting standards.
• Solid bookkeeping and payroll knowledge.
• Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or similar.
• Membership of or working towards a CPA or CA qualification.

Responsibilities

• Supporting clients with business setup and ongoing financial management.
• Completing or reviewing bookkeeping across various software platforms.
• Processing payroll, ensuring full compliance with STP, superannuation, payroll tax and other obligations.
• Preparation and review of financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and SMSF.
• Assisting with BAS, IAS and GST compliance requirements.
• Assisting clients with CGT, negative gearing, depreciation schedules and ownership structure considerations.
• Identifying ethical and lawful tax strategies in line with legislation.
• Supporting senior accountants and managers in client engagements and liaising with clients to gather required financial information.

Skills

Public accounting experience

Tax knowledge

Bookkeeping

Payroll

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor in Accounting or Commerce

CPA/CA in progress

Tools

Karbon

Xero

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are a small but growing public accounting firm, dedicated to helping individuals and businesses build strong financial foundations through the provision of practical, ethical and forward-thinking accounting services. We work closely with clients across every stage of their financial journey — from startup and expansion to recovery and wealth-building, supporting long-term stability, smart decision-making and sustainable growth.

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Intermediate Accountant to join our dedicated team.

About the Role

The Intermediate Accountant will play a key role in supporting our clients with accurate reporting, timely compliance, and proactive financial insights. Some of the tasks will include:

Supporting clients with business setup and ongoing financial management

Completing or reviewing bookkeeping across various software platforms

Processing payroll, ensuring full compliance with STP, superannuation, payroll tax and other relevant obligations

Preparation and review of financial statements and income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, partnerships, and Self-Managed Super Fund (SMSF)

Assisting with BAS, IAS and GST compliance requirements

Assisting clients with CGT, negative gearing, depreciation schedules and ownership structure considerations

Identifying ethical and lawful tax strategies in line with legislation

Supporting senior accountants and managers in client engagements as well as liaising with clients to gather required financial information

Ensuring accuracy and compliance with Australian accounting and taxation standards at all times, including in the provision of advice

Liaising and corresponding with ASIC and the ATO as required

About You

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Intermediate Accountant, someone who is dedicated to providing high-quality accounting services, who thrives on helping others, and always provides advice clients can trust.

The right candidate will bring:

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in a similar accounting role in public practice

Strong technical knowledge of Australian taxation principles, including income tax, GST and financial reporting standards

Solid bookkeeping and payroll knowledge

Tertiary qualification in Accounting, Commerce, or similar

Membership of or working towards a CPA or CA qualification

Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously

Professional communication skills and the ability to explain complex tax matters to clients in a clear and practical manner

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

High level of integrity and commitment to maintaining professional and ethical standards

Proficiency in Karbon, Xero or similar accounting systems, and strong Microsoft Excel skills

Full working rights in Australia

Why Join TLF Partners

Competitive salary negotiable dependent on experience

Exposure to a diverse SME and property investor client base

Opportunity to work closely with experienced partners who are focused on professional development

Hybrid working environment with 2 days in our Cremorne office, and 3 days Working from Home

Collaborative and professional team culture