Senior Accountant

Mission Tax & Business Advisory; Maroochydore; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid or remote options

Career progression opportunities

Modern cloud-based systems

Job summary

Mission Tax & Business Advisory is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to manage a client portfolio in Maroochydore, offering hybrid or remote work options. The role focuses on preparing financial statements, reviewing income tax returns, and delivering practical tax advice within a collaborative, growth-ready firm.

You will work with SMEs, family groups and high-net-worth clients, leveraging advisory exposure to support business planning and tax strategies while mentoring junior team

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in public practice accounting.
• Strong technical tax knowledge across companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Experience with GST, Capital Gains Tax, Division 7A and FBT.
• Strong client communication and relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Proactive mindset and desire to continually improve.
• CA or CPA qualification (or underway) is ideal but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns.
• Managing client relationships and responding to client queries.
• Delivering tax advice and practical solutions.
• Assisting with tax planning and business advisory projects.
• Identifying opportunities to improve client outcomes.
• Reviewing and supporting the work of junior team members.
• Managing workflow, deadlines and WIP effectively.
• Contributing to process improvements as the firm grows.

Skills

Client communication

Relationship management

Independent work

Time management

Proactive mindset

Education

CA or CPA qualification (or underway)

Job description

Mission Tax & Business Advisory – Maroochydore QLD

Senior Accountant

Full-time or Part-time | Maroochydore, Sunshine Coast | Hybrid or Remote Available

Help clients thrive. Build meaningful relationships. Be part of a firm with a bigger purpose.

Mission Advisory is a growing accounting and advisory firm that partners with individuals, families and businesses across Australia. We provide exceptional tax, accounting and business advisory services, but we're about much more than compliance.

Our mission is to help our clients achieve their mission. We believe great advice helps people flourish, build stronger businesses, create greater financial confidence and ultimately make a bigger impact in their communities. We are also passionate about promoting generosity and philanthropy across Australia.

As we continue to grow, we're looking for an experienced Senior Accountant to join our team.

Whether you're seeking a full-time role, reduced hours, a hybrid arrangement or a primarily remote position, we're open to designing the right arrangement for the right person.

Why Join Mission Advisory?

High Quality Client Work

• Family groups
• SMEs and growing businesses
• Professionals and consultants
• Property investors
• Trusts and investment structures
• High-net-worth individuals

Genuine Flexibility

• Full-time or part-time options available
• Maroochydore office, hybrid or remote arrangements
• Employer of choice with great team culture

Advisory Exposure

• Tax planning and structuring
• Business advisory
• Technical tax matters
• Client relationship management
• Strategic conversations with business owners

Purpose Beyond Profit

We're building a firm where people genuinely care about clients, teammates and the broader community. We believe accounting can be a force for good and we're passionate about helping clients use their resources wisely and generously.

The Role

You'll take ownership of a portfolio of clients and be responsible for:

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns
• Managing client relationships and responding to client queries
• Delivering tax advice and practical solutions
• Assisting with tax planning and business advisory projects
• Identifying opportunities to improve client outcomes
• Reviewing and supporting the work of junior team members
• Managing workflow, deadlines and WIP effectively
• Contributing to process improvements as the firm grows

About You

Ideally, you'll have:

• 5+ years experience in public practice accounting
• Strong technical tax knowledge across companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals
• Experience with GST, Capital Gains Tax, Division 7A and FBT
• Strong client communication and relationship skills
• The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
• A proactive mindset and desire to continually improve
• CA or CPA qualification (or underway) is ideal but not essential

Most importantly, you'll be someone who genuinely cares about people, enjoys helping clients succeed, and wants to be part of a collaborative team.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration
• Flexible working arrangements
• Great team culture
• Career progression opportunities
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Exposure to interesting advisory work
• Modern cloud-based systems and technology
• A supportive and values-driven team culture
• The opportunity to help shape the future of a growing firm