Senior Accountant

BDO; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to join its Business Services team in Australia. The role focuses on delivering financial statements, tax compliance and advisory services for diverse clients while collaborating with senior leaders and managers to provide practical solutions.

You will build strong client relationships, support growth initiatives, and contribute to the development of junior staff in a collaborative, high-performing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional services or public practice environment.
• Genuine interest in business advisory and taxation services.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory obligations across various industries.
• Prepare income tax returns and related compliance work for companies, trusts, and high-net-worth individuals.
• Deliver business and tax advisory services, including business structuring and growth initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-quality service delivery.
• Coach and mentor junior team members to support their professional development.

Skills

Financial reporting

Tax advisory

Client relationships

Analytical thinking

Education

CA/CPA progression

Tools

Xero

APS

Job description

We’re BDO, a global professional services firm connected to local markets. Our people work together to provide specialist expertise, helping businesses achieve their goals.We inspire others, to go further. We create together, to reach higher. We build trust, to lead purposefully.Whether you're building your future or starting your career with us, you won’t do it alone. From creating solutions for our clients to building careers for our people, we shape what matters , and that’s where you come in.About the RoleBDO's Business Services team partners with clients to help them grow, succeed and achieve their strategic goals. We work with a diverse portfolio of emerging businesses, established corporate groups, privately owned organisations, and high-net-worth individuals and family groups across a broad range of industries.Our team delivers practical, commercial advice and tailored solutions across:Growth and business advisoryStrategic planningBusiness mentoring and coachingDue diligence and transaction supportAccounting and business advisory servicesFinancial modelling and forecastingBusiness finance applicationsTax planning and structuringTax compliance and indirect tax advisory (including GST)Business systems selection and implementationKey ResponsibilitiesWe are seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing Business Services team. This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your technical expertise and advisory capabilities while working closely with clients and experienced leaders in a collaborative and high-performing environment.In this role, you will:Prepare financial statements in accordance with accounting standards, regulatory requirements and financial reporting obligations across a range of industriesPrepare income tax returns and related compliance work for companies, trusts and high-net-worth individualsAssist with tax planning initiatives and provide advice on business operations, tax matters and regulatory obligationsDeliver business and tax advisory services, including business structuring, performance improvement and growth initiativesBuild and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and high-quality service deliveryCollaborate with Managers and Partners to provide practical solutions to client challengesSupport, coach and mentor junior team members to assist with their professional developmentAbout YouTo be successful in this role, you will bring:Experience within a professional services or public practice environmentA genuine interest in business advisory and taxation servicesStrong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish credibility with clients and colleaguesWell-developed analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-focused approachProgress towards, or completion of, CA or CPA qualificationsExperience using APS and/or Xero (desirable)Why BDO?Working for BDO you will be part of a growing and market leading professional services firm.Our national and global footprint provides our people with opportunities to work on interesting client engagements, across diverse industry sectors and services.Our open and collaborative culture ensures access to Partners and professional mentors, to guide and accelerate your professional career, across a wide array of career pathways.We provide our people with various health and wellbeing, social, financial, and professional development benefits to help realise what’s possible.Participate in fitness challenges or take advantage of exclusive discounts to corporate health insurance, gym memberships and wellness facilities via our BWell program. Access benefits such as travel perks, retail discounts, employee referral rewards, study, and professional development support.Our leave options cater to the unique needs of our people; and include enhanced family support, cultural and religious leave, and options to purchase additional leave. You can also give back and get involved in community initiatives via our BCaring program.With a strong focus on learning and growth, we provide on the job training and formal development programs to help you succeed in your role and develop your skills and experience.Our culture is underpinned by our core values (One, Bold, Human, Heart and Strive).We are proud to be recognised as an Inclusive Employer for 2025-2026 by Diversity Council of Australia and a 2024-2025 Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA).BDO is committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment practices. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview process, we encourage you to contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail]