Supervisor, Accounting

Focus Partners Australia & Escala Partners; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Focus Partners Australia is seeking a Supervisor to lead senior technical reviews and client delivery from Sydney, NSW. The role balances high-quality work with strong client interaction and mentoring of junior team members.

The successful candidate will review financial statements, tax returns, and provide guidance on income tax, CGT, small business concessions, FBT and GST, while supporting workflow management and escalation processes to maintain service standards.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in business services and taxation within public practice.
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline.
• CPA or CA qualification.
• High-level tax law and review expertise.
• Demonstrated experience supporting and reviewing team output.

Responsibilities

• Oversee client engagements and provide technical guidance on tax and compliance.
• Review financial statements and income tax returns for various entities.
• Support workflow coordination and mentor junior accountants and offshore staff.
• Ensure adherence to tax laws, regulatory standards and quality controls.
• Collaborate with Managers and Principals to deliver advisory outcomes.

Skills

Strong technical knowledge

Confident communicator

Detail-oriented

Collaborative leadership

Ability to manage priorities

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline

CPA or CA qualification

Job description

Position Summary

The Supervisor is a senior technical and delivery-focused role with high client interaction. The role is responsible for reviewing work, providing technical guidance, supporting workflow management, and actively participating in client meetings. The Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining quality standards and supporting the development of junior team members.

This role is located in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.

Primary Responsibilities

Client Engagement

• Maintain regular client contact and assist in managing client relationships
• Assist in client meetings covering annual compliance reviews, tax planning, business performance, and structuring discussions
• Respond to client queries with a high level of professionalism and technical accuracy
• Support Managers and Principals in delivering end-to-end compliance and advisory outcomes

Accounting, Taxation & Review

• Review financial statements prepared
• Review income tax returns (company, trust, partnership and individual)
• Provide guidance on income tax, CGT, small business concessions, FBT and GST
• Assist with ATO correspondence, reviews, objections and queries, as required
• Ensure compliance with ATO lodgement, regulatory and professional standards
• Provide technical advice and guidance on tax law and compliance matters
• Ensure work meets quality, accuracy, and compliance standards
• Assist with complex tax issues and escalations

Team Support & Workflow

• Assist with workflow coordination and deadline management
• Act as a point of escalation for technical and process queries
• Support and mentor accountants and offshore team members
• Contribute to training and capability uplift within the team

Qualifications

• 6-8 years' experience in business services and taxation within public practice
• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline
• CPA or CA qualification
• High-level tax law and review expertise
• Demonstrated experience supporting and reviewing team output

Skills and Attributes

• Strong technical knowledge and review capability
• Confident communicator with clients and internal stakeholders
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
• Collaborative and supportive leadership style
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

Focus Partners Australia is part of Focus Financial Partners, a leading financial services firm based in the United States, comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. Focus Partners Australia offers integrated capabilities in investment and portfolio management, accounting, lending, insurance and related services from its offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Guided by a client-first ethos, we leverage the global expertise, platforms and capital strength of Focus Financial Partners to deliver holistic, fiduciary guidance across strategic planning, portfolio management, insurance, credit and tax. By fusing local insight with world-class resources, Focus Partners Australia helps its clients protect, grow, and transition their wealth at every life stage. Discover more about Focus Partners Australia at focuspa.com.au/ or LinkedIn.

About Focus Partners Australia

Focus Partners Australia is part of Focus Financial Partners, a leading financial services firm based in the United States, comprised of wealth management, family office, and business management services. Focus Partners Australia offers integrated capabilities in investment and portfolio management, accounting, lending, insurance and related services from its offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Guided by a client-first ethos, we leverage the global expertise, platforms and capital strength of Focus Financial Partners to deliver holistic, fiduciary guidance across strategic planning, portfolio management, insurance, credit and tax. By fusing local insight with world-class resources, Focus Partners Australia helps its clients protect, grow, and transition their wealth at every life stage. Discover more about Focus Partners Australia at focuspa.com.au/ or LinkedIn.