Senior Accountant - Business Services

Bel & Bril Talent Advisors; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mid-tier accounting firm in Sydney is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage a diverse portfolio, provide tax compliance, and advisory services while mentoring junior staff. Join a firm that champions professional growth with benefits like extra leave days, parental leave, and tailored learning programs.

Benefits

Extra annual leave days

Paid parental leave

Paid volunteer leave

Employee Assistance Program

Allowances for home office

Tailored Learning and Development Program

Paid professional membership

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in business services or tax within a professional accounting firm.
• Strong technical expertise in Australian tax legislation, compliance, and reporting.
• Experience reviewing and providing feedback on work prepared by junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of businesses, family groups, and not-for-profits.
• Oversee client work from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Mentor junior staff and contribute to new client acquisitions.

Skills

Business services or tax experience

Technical expertise in Australian tax legislation

Time management

Communication skills

Familiarity with cloud-based accounting platforms

Education

Degree in Accounting

CA or CPA qualification in progress or completed

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

Overview

Make Your Mark as a Senior Accountant in a thriving top 10 nationally mid-tier accounting firm!

• Take on a dynamic role with real career progression and client advisory exposure
• Be part of a firm that champions expertise, flexibility, and professional growth

As a Senior Accountant you will be managing a portfolio of businesses, family groups, and not-for-profits, providing accounting, tax compliance, and advisory services. You will also oversee client work from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, meeting deadlines, and identifying growth opportunities. You will mentor junior staff, contribute to new client acquisitions, and drive continuous improvement within the team.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a firm known for its strong reputation in delivering a comprehensive suite of services, including advisory, audit, tax, and wealth management. Offering a collaborative, supportive, and growth-driven environment, this firm fosters your professional development, ensuring your skills and ambitions are valued and nurtured.

What’s in it for you

• Extra annual leave days each year,
• Nearly 5 months of paid parental leave,
• Paid volunteer leave to give back to the community,
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness perks for your mental and physical health
• Allowances for home office for greater flexibility and comfort
• Tailored Learning and Development Program
• Paid course/study leave to enhance your skills and qualifications further
• Paid professional membership per year to support your career development
• Regular weekly lunch provided

What You Bring to the Table

• At least 3 years of experience in business services or tax within a professional accounting firm.
• A degree in Accounting, with a CA or CPA qualification in progress or completed.
• Strong technical expertise in Australian tax legislation, compliance, and reporting.
• Hands-on experience with GST, BAS, and IAS lodgments.
• Familiarity with corporate governance and ATO compliance matters.
• Experience reviewing and providing feedback on work prepared by junior staff.
• A track record of delivering exceptional client service and building trusted relationships.
• Excellent time management and the ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Strong communication skills with a professional and approachable demeanour.
• Proficiency in cloud-based accounting platforms like Xero, MYOB, and QuickBook

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you’re looking for a career-defining move with a firm that values your expertise, we want to hear from you! Apply now or call Annabel Badilla on 02 9313 0404 for a confidential discussion.