Senior Accountant & Client Advisory Lead (Hybrid)

Carey Group; Cairns Regional; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Hybrid working options

Corporate health & wellbeing

Job summary

Carey Group in Cairns is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to own a diverse client portfolio as a trusted advisor, moving beyond compliance into advisory work with support from Partners.

You will prepare and review financial statements, tax returns and compliance, mentor junior accountants, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across Queensland.

Based in Cairns with flexible hybrid options, the role offers clear career progression and the chance to shape client outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in Business Services, Tax or Audit.
• CA or CPA qualified, or close to completion.
• A degree in Accounting, Commerce or a related discipline.
• Strong technical accounting and taxation knowledge.
• A track record of managing client relationships and delivering quality outcomes.
• Leadership qualities and confidence to guide junior team member.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own portfolio of clients as their trusted advisor.
• Preparing and reviewing financial statements, tax returns and compliance work.
• Moving into advisory work: business planning, structuring and growth conversations.
• Working directly with Partners on complex client matters and strategy.
• Mentoring and supporting junior accountants as they develop.
• Identifying opportunities to add value beyond compliance.

Skills

5+ years experience

Leadership

Client relationship management

Strong communication

Time management

Education

CA or CPA

Degree in Accounting or Commerce

Tools

Xero

MYOB

Excel

Job description

Carey Group in Cairns is seeking an experienced Senior Accountant to own a diverse client portfolio as a trusted advisor, moving beyond compliance into advisory work with support from Partners.

You will prepare and review financial statements, tax returns and compliance, mentor junior accountants, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team across Queensland.

Based in Cairns with flexible hybrid options, the role offers clear career progression and the chance to shape client outcomes.