Senior Accounting & Transactions Advisor

BDO in Australia; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

BDO in Brisbane is seeking a commercially minded Senior Consultant to join our CFO Advisory team. You will support a diverse portfolio of clients with complex accounting, financial reporting and transaction accounting matters, working closely with CFOs and finance leaders to deliver practical, assurance-ready solutions.

You’ll have CA or CPA qualifications, experience in audit or CFO advisory, and a strong knowledge of IFRS and Australian Accounting Standards.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification, or relevant tertiary qualifications.
• Experience within audit or CFO advisory, with a strong interest in technical accounting and financial reporting.
• Knowledge of IFRS and Australian Accounting Standards.
• Experience supporting the preparation of technical accounting advice and position papers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to explain complex accounting issues in a practical and commercial way.

Responsibilities

• Supporting technical accounting and financial reporting engagements
• Preparing and reviewing accounting position papers, financial statements and complex accounting assessments
• Advising clients on the accounting implications of significant transactions
• Supporting matters involving business combinations, financial instruments, joint ventures, revenue recognition, share‑based payments and consolidations
• Helping clients strengthen audit readiness and respond to emerging regulatory requirements
• Building trusted client relationships and contributing to high‑quality project outcomes
• Providing guidance and support to junior team members

Skills

Accounting expertise

IFRS knowledge

Communication skills

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Job description

BDO in Brisbane is seeking a commercially minded Senior Consultant to join our CFO Advisory team. You will support a diverse portfolio of clients with complex accounting, financial reporting and transaction accounting matters, working closely with CFOs and finance leaders to deliver practical, assurance-ready solutions.

You’ll have CA or CPA qualifications, experience in audit or CFO advisory, and a strong knowledge of IFRS and Australian Accounting Standards.