Senior Associate, Private Enterprise Tax Advisory

Grant Thornton; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Recharge Time

CA study support

Learning & development

Gym membership & health insurance

Diverse, inclusive culture

Job summary

Grant Thornton Australia is seeking a Senior Associate in Private Enterprise Tax Advisory to join our Sydney office. You will deliver bespoke tax advisory to a diverse client portfolio, working closely with Partners and Directors to provide practical advice for privately owned businesses, family groups and high-net-worth individuals, while supporting compliance obligations.

The role offers hybrid working and a focus on career development, with opportunities to advance within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• Qualification in Business/Commerce, Accounting, Finance, Law or equivalent.
• Planning to commence CA qualification.
• Experience in tax advisory in a chartered accounting or law firm environment.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Highly organised with deadline-driven prioritisation.
• Mentoring junior team members is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tax advice on restructuring, CGT, trust taxation and estate planning.
• Support due diligence for private group acquisitions and tax risk reviews.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication.
• Support Partners/Directors with meetings, proposals and advisory engagements.
• Coach and mentor junior team members on technical matters.

Skills

CA qualification

Communication skills

Tax advisory

Organisation

Critical thinking

Time management

Education

Accounting/Finance degree or equivalent

Job description

Senior Associate, Private Enterprise Tax Advisory

• Experienced role delivering bespoke private tax advisory to a diverse client portfolio
• Flexible and hybrid working that supports when, where and how you work
• Recharge Time to refresh, reset and support work-life balance

Grant Thornton Australia is one of the world's leading independently-owned and managed accounting, advisory and consulting firms.

Our culture is underpinned by a commitment to our clients, people and communities, and our promise to ‘Reach for Remarkable’ by providing proven expertise, principled execution, and personalised experience.

In Australia, we’re proud to support the careers of over 1,500 remarkable people. With six offices nationally and partner firms in more than 145 markets, wherever you want to go, we can take you there.

About this role

Our growing Private Enterprise (Private Tax Advisory) team is looking for a Senior Accountant to join our vibrant, friendly Sydney office.

Business owners and private groups face a wide range of challenges throughout the business lifecycle, including growth, restructuring, acquisitions and mergers, succession planning and exit strategies. As part of our Reach for Remarkable brand promise, Grant Thornton’s people are committed to delivering a strikingly different client experience that is agile, authentic and personal.

In this role, you will work closely with Partners and Directors to provide practical, commercially focused tax advice to privately owned businesses, family groups and high-net-worth individuals, while also supporting ongoing compliance obligations that underpin quality advisory outcomes.

Key responsibilities

Deliver tax advice on issues such as restructures, Division 7A, CGT, trust taxation, succession and estate planning, international tax and various other complex tax matters, under the guidance of senior team members

Support tax due diligence engagements for acquisitions of private groups, including reviewing tax risks, structuring considerations and transaction impacts

Build and maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships through proactive communication and a solutions-focused approach

Support Partners and Directors with client meetings, proposals and the delivery of advisory and transaction-related engagements

Coach and mentor junior team members, providing guidance on technical matters and professional development

Skills and experience

Qualification(s) and / or professional accreditation(s) in a relevant discipline such as Business / Commerce, Accounting or Finance, Law, or other relevant professional or overseas qualification(s)

Have commenced (or planning to commence) a CA qualification

Demonstrated experience in tax advisory within a chartered accounting or law firm environment

Excellent written and spoken communication skills, with a genuine commitment to delivering high-quality outcomes and a positive client experience

Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities within a deadline-driven environment

Demonstrated critical thinking skills, with the ability to apply technical reasoning and reach well-considered conclusions, including testing assumptions, communicating reasoning clearly, and knowing when to seek guidance or collaborate with senior colleagues

If you’re interested in this role but don’t feel that you match every single one of our requirements, we would still love to hear from you and explore the unique skillset and attributes that you can bring to the team.

At Grant Thornton, we do things differently because we understand that when you strive for better and care about what you do, remarkable things are possible. We’re a dynamic and authentic mix of backgrounds, perspectives and ways of thinking. We’re driven by our shared purpose – we ignite the potential within our people and clients to create enduring success and positively shape the communities around us.

With us, you’ll be exposed to challenging and rewarding opportunities – building your confidence and capabilities at every step. You’ll be supported, motivated and inspired by a team of passionate and caring collaborators and leaders. You’ll be empowered to build a career path that’s tailored to you and encouraged to make a meaningful difference. And we’ll make sure the excellence you deliver and the impact you make is always seen, felt and celebrated.

Remarkable perks that put you first:

Flexible working options and Recharge Time available

Support to undertake CA or other postgrad study

Structured learning and development at all career levels

Fully funded gym membership | Health Insurance discounts

And many more!

We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible for anyone who wishes to apply, and we warmly encourage applications from individuals from diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islanders, those in the LGBTQI+ community and individuals who identify as having disability or are neurodivergent.

As we provide fair consideration and evaluation to a high volume of applications, we endeavour to provide feedback on your application at the earliest opportunity.