Senior Accountant – SME Tax & Advisory | AI-Driven & Client-Focused

Cadence Accountants & Advisors; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Real client ownership

Exposure beyond compliance

AI and automation exposure

Direct access to Directors and Manager

Professional development

Career flexibility

Great working environment

Job summary

Cadence Accountants & Advisors in Camberwell Junction, Melbourne, seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to lead SME and family-group work across tax planning and advisory services. You’ll mentor juniors, manage client relationships and drive efficiency with AI-enabled workflows.

This hands-on role evolves toward greater client engagement and strategic advisory, supported by a modern, tech-forward practice culture.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Australian public practice.
• CA or CPA qualification near completion.
• Strong experience with SME and family-group clients.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review financial statements and income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Manage BAS, IAS, FBT and other taxation compliance.
• Build and maintain client relationships as a trusted advisor.
• Participate in year-end tax planning and advisory discussions.
• Mentor junior accountants and help improve systems and technology.

Skills

Public practice accounting

Client communications

Tax advisory

Financial statements

Mentoring juniors

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

Xero Tax

Job description

Cadence Accountants & Advisors in Camberwell Junction, Melbourne, seeks an experienced Senior Accountant to lead SME and family-group work across tax planning and advisory services. You’ll mentor juniors, manage client relationships and drive efficiency with AI-enabled workflows.

This hands-on role evolves toward greater client engagement and strategic advisory, supported by a modern, tech-forward practice culture.