Senior Accountant - Business Advisory

Acclime; North Sydney; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leadership growth opportunities

Global career progression

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

Acclime is seeking a motivated Senior Accountant to join our Business Advisory team in North Sydney. The role focuses on delivering high-quality tax and advisory services while building trusted relationships with a diverse client portfolio.

You will lead statutory work, tax returns, BAS/IAS, and management accounting, while supporting junior staff and contributing to team development within a global firm. This is a hands-on role with opportunities for leadership growth and client exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in commerce or accounting required.
• CA ANZ or CPA qualification, or near-qualified, is preferred.
• 4+ years in tax and business advisory with complex client groups.

Responsibilities

• Prepare statutory accounts with working papers and support.
• Prepare income tax and FBT returns.
• Prepare BAS/IAS; manage reporting obligations.
• Perform management accounting tasks.
• Support tax lodgement programs.
• Supervise junior staff and review work for accuracy.

Skills

Client relationships

Communication

Technical expertise

Education

Bachelor’s degree in commerce/accounting

Job description

Acclime has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and client-focused Senior Accountant to join our thriving Business Advisory team. This role is ideal for an ambitious professional looking to take the next step in their career and work with a diverse portfolio of clients, build trusted long-term relationships and make a genuine impact on client success. Beyond delivering exceptional business advisory services, this position plays a key role in supporting the development of team members while contributing to the growth of the business.

What will you be doing?

• Preparation of statutory accounts, including all associated working papers and supporting documentation
• Preparation of income tax returns, fringe benefits tax returns
• Preparation of Business Activity Statements and Instalment Activity Statements
• Managing reporting obligations
• Management accounting
• Assisting with management of the tax lodgement program
• Supervise and support junior staff, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment
• Review completed work with a sharp eye for detail

What are we looking for?

• A bachelor’s degree in commerce/accounting
• CA ANZ / CPA qualification or nearly qualified
• A minimum of 4 years’ professional experience in tax and business advisory services working with complex client groups including family groups, SMEs and high net wealth individuals
• Ability to manage strong client relationships
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• High level of technical expertise

What do we offer?

• Manage a diverse client portfolio and build trusted client relationships
• Gain exposure to business advisory work that goes beyond compliance
• Access ongoing professional development, technical training and leadership growth opportunities
• Join a collaborative and supportive team culture that values initiative
• Be part of a global company with ample career progression opportunities