SMSF Accountant

Mars Recruitment; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mars Recruitment is seeking a detail-oriented SMSF Accountant for a listed financial services client in Melbourne, on an initial 6‑month contract. You will manage a portfolio of SMSFs, prepare financial statements and year‑end accounts, and ensure compliance and timely lodgements.

Reporting to the SMSF Manager, you will work in a supportive, fast‑paced environment, handling high volumes, liaising with auditors and clients, and maintaining accuracy with strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Experience in SMSF accounting and ability to manage a portfolio of SMSFs.
• Experience preparing SMSF financial statements and year-end accounts.
• Ability to manage high volumes of workflows and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Work on an allocated portfolio of SMSFs, providing ongoing administration and support throughout the year.
• Prepare high-quality SMSF financial statements and year-end accounts ready for audit.
• Process and reconcile SMSF transactions, investments, contributions, pensions and tax‑related matters.
• Identify outstanding information and proactively follow up with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with external auditors to facilitate timely completion of fund audits.
• Manage ATO correspondence and lodgements, including IAS/BAS where required.
• Obtain actuarial certificates and ensure all compliance requirements are met.
• Respond to client queries professionally, accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Meet key lodgement deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

Skills

SMSF accounting

Tools

Class Super

Job description

Our client is a listed financial services business and are seeking a detail-oriented SMSF Accountant to join their team on an initial 6-month contract.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the SMSF Manager, you will take ownership of a portfolio of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds (SMSFs), ensuring the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, compliance requirements and year-end accounts.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a supportive environment, whilst delivering a high standard of service to stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Work on an allocated portfolio of SMSFs, providing ongoing administration and support throughout the year.
• Prepare high-quality SMSF financial statements and year-end accounts ready for audit.
• Process and reconcile SMSF transactions, investments, contributions, pensions and tax-related matters.
• Identify outstanding information and proactively follow up with clients and relevant stakeholders.
• Liaise with external auditors to facilitate timely completion of fund audits.
• Manage ATO correspondence and lodgements, including IAS/BAS where required.
• Obtain actuarial certificates and ensure all compliance requirements are met.
• Respond to client queries professionally, accurately and within agreed timeframes.
• Meet key lodgement deadlines while maintaining accuracy and efficiency.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have:

• At least experience in SMSF accounting.
• nowledge of Class Super (not essential).
• Experience preparing SMSF financial statements and managing compliance and tax requirements.
• The ability to manage a high volume of workflows and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive, positive attitude with a willingness to learn and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join?

• Join an established ASX-listed financial services organisation.
• Work within a specialist SMSF team with strong industry experience.
• Gain exposure to a diverse portfolio of SMSFs.
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive and fast-paced environment.
• Take on an opportunity where you can make an immediate contribution.
• Position: SMSF Accountant
• Duration: Initial 6-month contract
• Location: Melbourne, VIC
• Systems: Class Super