Senior Accountant - Albury

Charterhouse; Albury City; Sur place; AUD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Charterhouse in Albury-Wodonga is seeking a hands-on Senior Accountant for Business Services and Tax. You will manage a client portfolio and deliver high-quality accounting and tax work with autonomy.

The role emphasizes mentoring junior accountants, providing technical guidance, and liaising with clients and the ATO to meet deadlines. Strong Excel and Xero skills are essential; CA/CPA is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting or related discipline.
• Strong Australian public practice experience in Business Services and Tax.
• Experience preparing and finalising financial statements and income tax returns for multiple entity types.
• Strong knowledge of CGT, Division 7A, depreciation, trust distributions and SBE concessions.
• Ability to work autonomously and mentor junior accountants.
• Strong client communication and relationship management skills.
• Advanced Excel skills; familiarity with Xero suite.

Responsabilités

• Preparing and finalising financial statements and income tax returns for various entity types.
• Reviewing work prepared by junior accountants and providing guidance.
• Liaising with clients and the ATO to address queries and deadlines.
• Managing your own workflow and client portfolio.
• Mentoring junior accountants and developing team capability.
• Maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and client service.

Connaissances

Strong client communication

Relationship management

Advanced Excel

Autonomy

Mentoring junior accountants

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Commerce/Accounting

CA or CPA qualification advantageous

Outils

Xero

Xero Practice Manager

FYI Docs

NowInfinity

Description du poste

Senior Accountant – Business Services & Tax | Albury-Wodonga

Summary

This is a hands‑on Senior Accountant role within an established Chartered Accounting firm in Albury‑Wodonga. You’ll manage a portfolio of clients, deliver high‑quality accounting and tax work, and have genuine autonomy while developing your leadership and mentoring experience.

About the Firm

The firm provides accounting, taxation and broader financial advice to a diverse portfolio of privately owned businesses, business owners and individuals. The business has invested heavily in its people, technology and systems, creating an environment where accountants can take genuine ownership of their work and client relationships. The culture is supportive and collaborative, with experienced senior staff available for technical guidance while providing Senior Accountants with the autonomy to manage their own workload and clients. There is also a strong focus on developing leadership capability and providing opportunities for long‑term career progression.

Flexibility & Benefits

• Genuine ownership of your own client portfolio
• Hands‑on exposure to a broad range of entities and complex taxation matters
• Opportunity to develop your leadership and people‑management skills
• Responsibility for mentoring and developing junior accountants
• Support from an experienced and collaborative team
• Modern systems and technology‑focused working environment
• Direct client contact and relationship management
• Ongoing technical and professional development
• Clear opportunities for further career progression
• Excellent regional lifestyle in Albury‑Wodonga

About the Role

You will manage a portfolio of clients and take responsibility for the preparation, review and finalisation of accounting and taxation work across a broad range of entity structures. This is a technically focused position with genuine autonomy. Alongside managing your own work, you’ll review work completed by junior accountants, provide technical guidance and play an important role in developing their capability and confidence. You’ll also communicate directly with clients, respond to queries and liaise with the ATO while ensuring work is delivered accurately and within agreed deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Preparing and finalising financial statements and income tax returns
• Working across sole traders, partnerships, trusts and companies
• Preparing and reviewing BAS, PAYG, GST and FBT obligations
• Preparing tax planning calculations and assisting clients with year‑end tax strategies
• Working across technical areas including CGT, Division 7A, depreciation, trust distributions and Small Business Entity concessions
• Identifying appropriate tax minimisation strategies within Australian taxation requirements
• Managing your own workflow and client portfolio
• Liaising directly with clients and responding to accounting and taxation queries
• Liaising with the ATO and resolving taxation and compliance matters
• Reviewing work prepared by junior accountants and providing constructive feedback
• Mentoring and developing less experienced team members
• Maintaining high standards of technical accuracy and client service

About You

You will have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Commerce, Business, Accounting or a related discipline
• Strong Australian public practice experience across Business Services and Tax
• Experience preparing and finalising financial statements and income tax returns across multiple entity types
• Strong technical knowledge across CGT, Division 7A, depreciation, trust distributions, SBE concessions and tax planning
• Confidence working autonomously across both routine and more complex accounting and taxation matters
• Experience reviewing, mentoring or supporting junior accountants
• Strong client communication and relationship‑management skills
• Advanced Excel skills
• Experience with Xero, Xero Practice Manager, FYI Docs and NowInfinity highly regarded
• CA or CPA qualification is advantageous but not essential
• Strong attention to detail, organisation and ability to manage competing deadlines

***********@charterhouse.com.au | 0481 158 26