Senior Accountant

Harrison McMillan; Canberra; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Career progression

Collaborative culture

Diverse client exposure

Job summary

Harrison McMillan invites applications for a Senior Accountant based in Canberra. You will deliver high-quality tax compliance and advisory services for a diverse client portfolio while supporting junior staff and fostering a collaborative team culture.

You will manage a portfolio of business clients, prepare financial statements and BAS, provide proactive taxation guidance, and contribute to client growth through value-added insights and strong relationships.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification required.
• Minimum 5 years' experience within public practice accounting.
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of business clients across various industries.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, tax returns, and BAS obligations.

Skills

Taxation knowledge

SMSF experience

Client relationship management

Communication

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

Harrison McMillan is partnering with a respected accounting and advisory firm to recruit a Senior Accountant with strong taxation and SMSF experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for a client-focused accounting professional who is passionate about delivering exceptional outcomes, building trusted relationships, and contributing to the growth of businesses across a diverse client portfolio.

The Opportunity

As a Senior Accountant, you will work closely with clients, providing high-quality compliance and advisory services while supporting the development of junior team members and contributing to a collaborative team culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a portfolio of business clients across various industries
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, tax returns, and BAS obligations
• Providing proactive taxation, business, and financial advice
• Assisting clients with budgeting, forecasting, and business performance analysis
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Mentoring and supporting junior accountants
• Identifying opportunities to add value and support client growth

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• CA or CPA qualification
• Minimum 5 years' experience within public practice accounting
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and accounting standards
• SMSF compliance and reporting experience
• Exposure to or experience in business valuations, business restructuring, family law matters, and estate planning/estate administration engagements
• Experience managing client relationships independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, commercial, and solutions-focused mindset

What's on Offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive, collaborative, and values-driven culture
• Diverse client exposure and advisory-focused work
• Opportunity to join a respected and growing organisation with a strong reputation in the Canberra market