SENIOR ACCOUNTANT (Business Services)

LEC Recruitment; Frankston; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Client referrals bonus

Flexible hours

Work from home options

On-site parking or near train

Modern facilities

Latest technology

CPA/CA dues reimbursement

Career progression

Mentoring

Social club

Job summary

LEC Recruitment client, a highly regarded public practice accounting firm, is seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join a collaborative team on the Mornington Peninsula. You will deliver high-quality taxation and business advisory services while building strong client relationships.

They offer flexible hours, work-from-home options, professional development, and a clear path for career progression in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in Australian public practice.
• Experience with tax, accounting and business matters.
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation.
• CA or CPA qualified (or studying towards).
• Experience using cloud accounting software (Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks).

Responsibilities

• Prepare financial statements (year end and interim) and tax returns.
• Prepare monthly and quarterly BAS’ and IAS’.
• Liaise with clients re: missing information and queries.
• Reconcile Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks and other software.
• Report to Partners for review and progress on clients.
• Research tax-related issues and provide advice to clients.
• Ad-hoc jobs as required.

Skills

Client relationships

Tax knowledge

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent work

Education

CA/CPA qualification (or in progress)

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

Take the next step in your accounting career with a firm that genuinely values its people.

Our client is a highly regarded and growing public practice accounting firm with an outstanding reputation for delivering exceptional service to a diverse portfolio of clients. Due to continued growth, they are seeking an experienced Tax Accountant to join their collaborative and professional team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Accountant who enjoys building strong client relationships, providing strategic advice, and working within a supportive environment that encourages professional development and career progression.

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary package based on experience including performance & remuneration reviews
• Generous (and achievable) Bonus program
• Financial incentives for new clients and colleague referrals
• Modern facilities and working conditions
• Flexible work hours/work from home options with on-site carparking or a 2-minute walk to the train station!
• Latest technology and paperless office
• Reimbursement of CA/CPA annual membership dues
• Genuine career progression opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and mentoring
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Secure, growing firm with an excellent reputation
• A varied client base that will continue to develop your technical and advisory skills
• Regular Social Club gatherings to keep the fun happening!

About the Role:

Working closely with Partners and senior team members, you will manage a varied client portfolio while delivering high-quality taxation and business advisory services.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparation of financial statements (year end and interim) and tax returns
• Preparation of monthly and quarterly BAS’ and IAS’
• Liaise with clients re: missing information and queries etc
• Reconciliation of Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks and other software
• Report to Partners for review, queries and progress on clients
• Research on tax-related issues and provide advice to clients
• Ad-hoc jobs as required

About You:

To be successful, you will have:

• 5+ years’ experience within an Australian public practice accounting firm
• Experienced with tax, accounting and business matters
• Strong knowledge of Australian taxation legislation
• CA or CPA qualified (or currently studying towards completion)
• Experience preparing financial statements and tax returns
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Strong attention to detail with excellent organisational skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Proactive and innovative
• Flexible and adaptable approach
• Have confidentiality and discretion
• Solid work ethic
• Well presented
• Punctual and reliable
• Technically minded and computer savvy
• Experience using Xero, MYOB and other cloud-based accounting software will be highly regarded.

Live local to the Mornington Peninsula or surrounding areas

Days:Monday to Friday

Hours:9am – 5pm