Senior Tax & Compliance Accountant | Team Leader

JBC Corporate Pty Ltd; Perth; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Career progression toward Partnership

Ongoing professional development

Team culture and social events

Job summary

JBC Corporate Pty Ltd in Perth seeks a Senior Accountant to lead a tax and compliance portfolio and guide a team of accountants. This pivotal role combines technical excellence with people leadership, mentoring junior staff, and delivering high-quality financial advice to clients.

You will oversee financial statements, tax returns, BAS/IAS, and payroll tax for diverse clients while staying ahead of legislative changes and fostering a culture of continuous development within the team.

Qualifications

• CA or CPA qualification is essential.
• Minimum 5+ years in Australian public practice with tax/compliance focus.
• Proven mentoring of junior staff and managing workflows.
• Deep understanding of complex tax structures and trust distributions.
• Strong communication to build client/team relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and review a team of accountants to ensure accuracy and development.
• Oversee preparation of financial statements, tax returns, BAS/IAS, FBT and payroll tax for various entities.
• Act as primary client contact, offering tax planning and compliance solutions.
• Ensure deadlines with ATO/ASIC are met and team capacity is managed.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team management

Tax & compliance

Education

CA or CPA qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB Practice Manager

APS

Class

Job description

Wanted: Senior Accountant

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Accountant to step into a pivotal leadership role. In this position, you will not only manage a complex portfolio of tax and compliance matters but also lead, mentor, and develop a dedicated team of accountants. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior professional looking to transition into a significant leadership capacity or an established manager wanting to make a lasting impact in a specialist firm.

Key responsibilities

• Manage, mentor, and review the work of a team of intermediate and junior accountants, ensuring accuracy, efficiency, and professional growth.


• Oversee and review the preparation of financial statements, Income Tax Returns, BAS/IAS, FBT, and payroll tax for companies, trusts, partnerships, and individuals.


• Act as a primary point of contact for clients, offering strategic tax planning, restructuring advice, and compliance solutions.


• Manage team capacity, assign files, and ensure all statutory deadlines (ATO/ASIC) are met seamlessly.


• Stay abreast of changing tax legislations and conduct internal training sessions to upskill the team.

About you

• CA or CPA qualified is essential.


• Minimum 5+ years of experience in an Australian public practice environment, with a strong focus on tax and compliance.


• Proven experience mentoring junior staff, reviewing work, and managing workflows.


• Deep understanding of complex tax structures, Division 7A, CGT concessions, and trust distributions.


• Strong proficiency in modern accounting ecosystems (e.g., Xero, MYOB Practice Manager, APS, or Class).


• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build strong relationships with both clients and team members.

About us

• We are a progressive, growing accounting firm specializing in top-tier compliance and tax advisory services. Our firm prides itself on delivering high-quality, reliable solutions to a diverse portfolio of clients, ranging from high-net-worth individuals to thriving small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs). We foster a collaborative, supportive, and professional environment where every team member is empowered to succeed and advance their career.


• Competitive salary package


• Genuine career progression opportunities toward Associate / Partnership.


• Ongoing professional development, paid professional memberships, and structured training.


• A vibrant, inclusive team culture with regular social events.