Senior Accountant - Business Services

EFC TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES PTY LTD; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/Remote working options

Study leave for CA/CPA completion

Study support for CA/CPA

Job summary

EFC TAX & ACCOUNTING SERVICES PTY LTD is seeking a technically strong accountant to join a growing team in Adelaide. You will work closely with Managers and Partners on a diverse client portfolio across industries, focusing on personal growth and development.

The role offers hybrid working arrangements, with a city office and opportunities to mentor junior staff while delivering high-quality tax, financial reporting, and advisory services.

Qualifications

• CA/CPA qualified or actively pursuing.
• 3-5 years in public practice or business services.
• Strong knowledge of Australian tax law and financial reporting.
• Experience with cloud accounting software Xero or MYOB.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, and BAS/IAS for a range of clients including companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.
• Manage a portfolio of clients directly, building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Provide business advisory services.
• Review the work of junior staff and provide mentoring/on-the-job training.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed timeframes and budgets.

Skills

Communication skills

Mentoring junior staff

Client relationship management

Problem solving

Education

CA/CPA

3-5 years experience in public practice/business services

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Job description

We celebrated our 25th anniversary in business this year and then we set upon a path to transform our business to meet the needs of our clients into the future. Empowering more of our staff to work with our diverse client base while also adding to capacity to ensure a heightened ability to deliver personalised and tailored solutions. We’re known for delivering exceptional business advisory, taxation, financial planning and lending services to a diverse portfolio of clients - ranging from small businesses to large client groups. We pride ourselves on providing a supportive team culture, approachable and friendly work environment and recognising the importance of each of our valued team members.

This role is ideal for a technically strong accountant looking to take the next step in their career, working closely with Managers and Partners on a varied client portfolio across multiple industries with a focus on personal growth and development.

Main Duties

• Prepare and review financial statements, income tax returns, and BAS/IAS for a range of clients including companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals
• Manage a portfolio of clients directly, building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Provide business advisory services
• Review the work of junior staff and provide mentoring/on-the-job training
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and within agreed timeframes and budgets

About You

• CA/CPA qualified (or actively working towards completion)
• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in a public practice/business services environment
• Strong technical knowledge of Australian tax law, financial reporting, and compliance requirements
• Experience with cloud accounting software (Xero/MYOB)
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build rapport with clients and colleagues
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach with strong problem-solving skills
• Genuine interest in mentoring and developing junior team members

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package, commensurate with experience
• Study support and paid study leave for CA/CPA completion
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid WFH options)
• Convenient city office location with a collaborative, down-to-earth team culture
• Genuine focus on staff wellbeing
• Ability to work and visit our country site at Murray Bridge

What can I earn as a Business Services Accountant