Senior Accountant: Tax, FS & Client Leadership

Stannards Accountants & Advisors; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing Days

Employee Assistance Program

Discounted client products andservices

Fully stocked kitchen

Regular social events

Volunteer/community involvement

Job summary

Stannards Accountants & Advisors in Melbourne seeks a Senior Accountant to lead financial statements and tax returns for a diverse client portfolio. You’ll collaborate with Directors on complex topics and contribute to high-quality service.

Take ownership of tax advisory work, manage client relationships, and support junior staff while delivering strong outcomes for high net worth individuals and businesses.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of Accounting/Business Services experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Commerce or Accounting; CA/CPA in progress.
• Experience with entities (companies, trusts, SMSFs) and tax compliance.
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB and other accounting systems; strong IT skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing skills with stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review complex financial statements for a diverse client base.
• Prepare and review income tax returns for companies, trusts, partnerships and individuals.
• Prepare and review BAS/FBT and other statutory filings.
• Provide strategic tax advice including GST, CGT and tax guidance.
• Build strong client relationships and liaise with clients and meetings.
• Review files prepared by Graduates and Accountants; provide training as needed.
• Coach and support junior staff; liaise with regulators as required.
• Support Directors and senior staff on technical matters.

Skills

Accounting/Business Services

CA/CPA in progress

Xero

MYOB

Excel (Advanced)

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Coaching juniors

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Commerce/Accounting

CA or CPA in progress

Tools

Xero Certification

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

Stannards Accountants & Advisors in Melbourne seeks a Senior Accountant to lead financial statements and tax returns for a diverse client portfolio. You’ll collaborate with Directors on complex topics and contribute to high-quality service.

Take ownership of tax advisory work, manage client relationships, and support junior staff while delivering strong outcomes for high net worth individuals and businesses.