Senior Accountant: Client-Focused Public Practice, Flexible Hours

The Andersen Partnership

Sydney

On-site

AUD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary
CA/CPA study support
Manager path
Diverse client exposure
Flexible hours

Job summary

The Andersen Partnership is recruiting a Senior Accountant in Sydney to join a hands-on practice. You’ll manage a portfolio, review work and own client relationships while solving technical tax and accounting challenges across a varied client base.

We seek CA/CPA qualified professionals with 3+ years in public practice who are comfortable directing client discussions and pursuing a path to Manager, with flexible working arrangements offered.

Qualifications

  • CA or CPA qualified (or close to completion).
  • 3+ years' experience in public practice (essential).
  • Strong technical accounting and tax fundamentals, with the confidence to review others' work.
  • Experience across a range of client entities (individuals, trusts, companies, SMSFs).
  • Comfortable working directly with clients, not just behind the scenes.
  • Genuine interest in progressing toward a Manager role.

Responsibilities

  • Managing a portfolio of clients across financial statements, income tax returns and BAS/IAS compliance.
  • Preparing and reviewing tax returns for individuals, trusts, companies and partnerships.
  • Reviewing work prepared by Intermediates and Graduates, and supporting their technical development.
  • Liaising directly with clients on their affairs, including more complex tax and structuring queries.
  • Assisting with tax planning, Division 7A, CGT and small business concessions as they arise within the portfolio.
  • Working closely with Managers and Partners on larger or more technical client matters.
  • Contributing to client meetings and building your own relationships within the portfolio.

Skills

CA/CPA qualified
Public practice experience
Technical accounting & tax
Experience across entities
Client-facing
Managerial ambition

Education

CA/CPA certification

Job description

The Andersen Partnership is recruiting a Senior Accountant in Sydney to join a hands-on practice. You’ll manage a portfolio, review work and own client relationships while solving technical tax and accounting challenges across a varied client base.

We seek CA/CPA qualified professionals with 3+ years in public practice who are comfortable directing client discussions and pursuing a path to Manager, with flexible working arrangements offered.

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