Senior Accountant - Brisbane CBDNew

Bentley; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Bentley, based in Brisbane CBD, seeks an experienced public practice accountant to join our long-standing team. You will manage a portfolio of SME clients, prepare financial statements and tax returns, and provide advisory services while building strong client relationships.

This role offers hybrid work with two days work from home once settled, and the opportunity to progress toward a Manager role with potential equity participation.

Qualifications

• Experience in a public practice accounting firm.
• CA or CPA qualified, or working towards completion.
• Strong technical knowledge across tax and business services.
• Confident communicating with clients and building lasting relationships.
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage your own workflow.
• Keen to progress into a Manager role and explore future equity opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns.
• Providing tax compliance and business advisory services.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Assisting clients with business performance, tax planning and general accounting matters.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required.
• Working closely with Partners and Managers on more complex client matters.

Skills

Public practice experience

Education

CA or CPA qualified or working towards

Job description

• Up to $100,000 + super, depending on experience
• 2 days work from home once settled into the role
• Clear pathway to Manager and potential future equity
• Join a well-established accounting firm with over 40 years in the industry
• Genuine career progression and opportunity to grow with the business

The Opportunity

• Up to $100,000 + super, depending on experience
• 2 days work from home once settled into the role
• Clear pathway to Manager and potential future equity
• Join a well-established accounting firm with over 40 years in the industry
• Genuine career progression and opportunity to grow with the business

About the Firm

Looking to take the next step in your public practice career? This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly established accounting firm with over 40 years of history, a strong reputation in the market and a focus on building long-term client relationships.
Based in Brisbane CBD, the firm offers a supportive working environment where you can continue developing your technical skills, take on greater responsibility and work towards a future leadership position.
With a genuine pathway to Manager and potential future equity opportunities, this is an ideal role for someone who wants more than just another Senior Accountant position.
The Role Working closely with the leadership team, you will manage a portfolio of business clients while developing your advisory and client management skills.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of SME clients across a range of industries
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements and tax returns
• Providing tax compliance and business advisory services
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Assisting clients with business performance, tax planning and general accounting matters
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members where required
• Working closely with Partners and Managers on more complex client matters

About You

• Experience in a public practice accounting firm
• CA or CPA qualified, or working towards completion
• Strong technical knowledge across tax and business services
• Confident communicating with clients and building lasting relationships
• A proactive approach with the ability to manage your own workflow
• Keen to progress into a Manager role and explore future equity opportunities

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to $100,000 + super
• Hybrid working arrangements, with 2 days WFH once established
• A clear pathway to Manager
• Potential for future equity participation
• Long-term career development within an established firm
• Direct exposure to senior leadership and business advisory work
• The opportunity to grow with a firm that has been operating for more than four decades