Senior Accountant

QIX Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

QIX Consulting Group is recruiting a Senior Accountant to join its Business Services and Tax team in Melbourne’s CBD fringe. You will manage a diverse client portfolio and deliver high-quality accounting and taxation services.

The role focuses on preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns, mentoring junior staff, and providing strategic advisory support. Attractive salary of $120,000–$150,000 plus super and bonuses in a collaborative, professional environment.

Qualifications

• Solid Public Practice Accounting experience essential.
• Experience in Business Services and Taxation at Senior Accountant level.
• CA or CPA qualifications, or substantial progress toward completion.
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and compliance requirements.
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns across multiple entity structures.
• Confidence managing client relationships and working autonomously.
• Ability to review work and mentor junior accountants.
• Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Managing a diverse portfolio of business services and taxation clients.
• Preparing and reviewing BAS, IAS and other statutory compliance obligations.
• Providing tax planning, business advisory and compliance support to clients.
• Identifying opportunities to assist clients with business performance, tax efficiencies and financial outcomes.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior accountants and providing technical guidance and mentoring.
• Liaising directly with clients, the ATO and other external stakeholders.
• Supporting Managers and Partners with complex accounting and taxation matters.
• Ensuring client deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Public Practice Accounting

Client Relationships

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accounting degree

CA or CPA qualifications

Job description

Senior Accountant | Business Services & Tax | $120K–$150K

Melbourne CBD Fringe | Full-time | $120,000–$150,000 incl. super + bonuses (negotiable)

Take the next step in your Accounting career!

QIX Consulting is partnering with a highly regarded and established accounting firm located on Melbourne's CBD fringe to recruit an experienced Senior Accountant to join its growing Business Services and Taxation team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an accomplished public practice accountant who enjoys working with a diverse client base, building strong relationships and providing valuable accounting and taxation advice.

You'll join a collaborative and high-performing team, working closely with experienced Managers and Partners while continuing to develop your technical expertise and advisory capabilities.

The Role

As a Senior Accountant, you'll play an important role in managing client engagements, delivering quality accounting and taxation services, and supporting the broader team.

Your responsibilities will include:

Preparing and reviewing financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.

Managing a diverse portfolio of business services and taxation clients.

Preparing and reviewing BAS, IAS and other statutory compliance obligations.

Providing tax planning, business advisory and compliance support to clients.

Identifying opportunities to assist clients with business performance, tax efficiencies and financial outcomes.

Reviewing work prepared by junior accountants and providing technical guidance and mentoring.

Liaising directly with clients, the ATO and other external stakeholders.

Supporting Managers and Partners with complex accounting and taxation matters.

Ensuring client deliverables are completed accurately and within agreed timeframes.

Building strong, trusted relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.

About You

We're looking for a technically capable and commercially minded Senior Accountant who enjoys working with clients and takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes.

To be considered, you'll bring:

Solid Public Practice Accounting experience essential

Demonstrated experience in Business Services and Taxation at Senior Accountant level.

A degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.

CA or CPA qualifications, or substantial progress towards completion, highly regarded.

Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation and compliance requirements.

Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns across multiple entity structures.

Confidence managing client relationships and working autonomously.

The ability to review work and support the development of junior accountants.

Strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent attention to detail and organisational abilities.

Proficiency in accounting sof

Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

What's on Offer?

Attractive remuneration package of $120,000–$150,000 inclusive of super, plus bonuses.

Join an established and respected Melbourne accounting firm.

Work with a diverse portfolio of business clients.

Direct exposure to experienced Managers and Partners.

A supportive, collaborative and professional team environment.

Opportunities to further develop your business advisory and client management capabilities.

Genuine long-term career development and progression.

Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Sterk Pty Ltd trading as QIX Consulting Group