Senior Accountant

MJT Partners Pty Ltd; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Partnership path

Study support

Autonomy over portfolio

Sign-on bonus

Flexible & remote work

Family-oriented culture

Job summary

MJT Partners Pty Ltd in Australia seeks a senior accounting professional to own a client portfolio, oversee reporting, tax, payroll and advisory services, and mentor a team toward a transparent path to partnership. You will review financial statements, BAS & IAS, tax returns for various entities, manage payroll compliance, and lead month-end and year-end closes while building trusted client relationships.

This role offers autonomy, a tailored career path, study support for CA/CPA, and

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualified (or very close to completion).
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax, BAS/GST, and payroll compliance.
• Ability to mentor junior staff and lead a team.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse client portfolio autonomously.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Attention to detail and sound professional judgement.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of a portfolio of SME clients across industries.
• Prepare and review financial statements, tax returns, BAS and IAS.
• Oversee payroll processes and payroll compliance.
• Mentor junior accountants and review their work for accuracy.
• Lead month-end and year-end close and prepare management reports.
• Build strong client relationships and manage expectations.

Skills

Client portfolio management

Team leadership

Communication

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Autonomy

Mentoring juniors

Education

CA or CPA qualified (or near completion)

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

Own your client portfolio including reporting, tax, payroll and advisory, while mentoring the team on a clear path to partnership.

• Take full ownership of a portfolio of small to medium-sized business clients across various industries, acting as the primary point of accountability for their financial affairs.
• Prepare and review financial statements, including profit & loss, balance sheet, and cash flow reports.
• Review reconciliations (bank, credit card, and balance sheet) prepared by junior staff, ensuring accuracy and integrity of the underlying data.
• Oversee accounts payable/receivable processes for the portfolio, resolving escalated or complex issues.

Tax, BAS & Compliance

• Review and lodge Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS), ensuring accurate GST treatment and coding.
• Prepare and review income tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Australian tax legislation, ATO requirements, and accounting standards.
• Provide guidance on tax planning and structuring opportunities for clients.

Payroll & Employment Compliance Oversight

• Oversee end-to-end payroll processes, including superannuation, PAYG withholding, and Single Touch Payroll (STP) reporting, ensuring compliance with Fair Work and relevant awards.
• Act as escalation point for complex payroll or employee-related queries.
• Work across and provide guidance on cloud-based accounting platforms including Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.
• Lead system setup, data migration, and optimisation projects for client accounting systems.
• Identify and implement opportunities to automate processes and improve efficiency through technology.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building long-term relationships and providing strategic financial guidance beyond day-to-day bookkeeping.
• Liaise directly with clients on financial performance, compliance matters, and business advisory needs.
• Manage client expectations, communicate proactively, and resolve complex or sensitive issues.

Month-End & Year-End Support

• Lead month-end and year-end close processes, including reviewing reconciliations and journal entries prepared by junior staff.
• Prepare management reports and financial analysis to support client decision-making.
• Identify discrepancies, irregularities, or risk areas, and recommend corrective action or process improvements.

Team Leadership & Workflow Management

• Review and provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior accountants and bookkeepers, including reviewing their work for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage multiple client engagements and deadlines across the team, ensuring high-quality, timely delivery.
• Maintain organised, audit-ready working papers and documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the accounting function, including process and systems enhancements.

What you bring:

• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written
• CA or CPA qualified (or very close to completion)
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian tax, BAS/GST, and payroll compliance
• Proven ability to manage a client portfolio autonomously and lead a team
• Ability to prioritise and manage multiple engagements to meet deadlines
• High level of attention to detail, initiative, and sound professional judgement
• Experience reviewing the work of junior staff and providing constructive feedback

What's on offer:

• Tailored career path towards partnership
• CA/CPA membership and study support
• Full autonomy and leadership over your own client portfolio
• New client sign-on bonuses
• Flexible and work-from-home arrangements
• A family-oriented work environment with genuine ongoing support