Senior Accountant

Global Tax Solutions; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Tax Solutions in Sydney, NSW seeks a Senior Accountant to lead end-to-end accounting activities, including preparing financial statements, GL reconciliations, and month-end close. This full-time, on-site role focuses on tax compliance for SMEs and international clients, preparing tax returns, supporting planning strategies, and coordinating with regulators when required.

You will mentor junior staff, help improve processes, and work closely with clients to explain financial issues and

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting skills across financial reporting and month-end close.
• Experience in tax compliance and planning for SMEs and international clients.
• Proficient with accounting software and tax software.
• Excellent analytical and attention-to-detail abilities.
• Effective client communication and ability to mentor junior staff.
• Bachelor's degree in accounting/finance; CA/CPA highly regarded.
• Experience in public practice or similar professional services with SME exposure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements and oversee general ledger reconciliations.
• Ensure accurate month-end and year-end reporting.
• Manage tax compliance for SMEs and international clients; prepare tax returns.
• Support tax planning strategies and liaise with regulators as needed.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to process improvements.
• Collaborate with clients to clarify financial issues and present findings.

Skills

Technical accounting

Tax compliance

Financial reporting

Month-end close

Auditing/Review

Client communication

Mentoring juniors

Accounting software

Education

Accounting degree

CA/CPA preferred

Tools

Accounting software

Tax software

Job description

Company Description

Global Tax Solutions is an Australian accounting firm that specializes in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and international tax matters. Based in Sydney, NSW, the firm provides comprehensive accounting, tax planning, and compliance services to clients operating locally and across borders. Global Tax Solutions focuses on practical, tailored advice that helps businesses navigate complex tax regulations and optimize their financial strategies. Team members work closely with clients to deliver high-quality professional services in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Role Description

The Senior Accountant role is a full-time, on-site position based in Sydney, NSW. The Senior Accountant will manage end-to-end accounting activities, including preparing financial statements, overseeing general ledger reconciliations, and ensuring accurate month-end and year-end reporting. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing tax compliance for SMEs and international clients, preparing and reviewing tax returns, supporting tax planning strategies, and liaising with regulatory authorities as needed. The role involves reviewing the work of junior team members, providing guidance and mentorship, and contributing to process improvements and internal controls. The Senior Accountant will also collaborate with clients to clarify financial issues, present findings, and support strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Strong technical accounting skills, including financial reporting, general ledger management, and month-end/year-end close processes.
• Experience in tax compliance and planning for SMEs and international tax matters, including corporate and individual tax returns.
• Proficiency with accounting and tax software, spreadsheets, and general office productivity tools.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail capabilities in reviewing financial and tax data.
• Effective communication and client-facing skills, with the ability to explain complex accounting and tax concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and supervise junior staff, and to work collaboratively within a team environment.
• Relevant tertiary qualification in accounting, finance, or a related field; professional accreditation (e.g., CA, CPA) is highly regarded.
• Experience in a public practice or similar professional services environment, preferably with SME and international client exposure.