Tax Accountant

GBS Accountants; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Gbsaccountants is seeking a dedicated Tax Accountant or Intermediate Business Accountant to join their team in Melbourne's Northern Suburbs. This full-time, on-site position requires 1-2 years of experience in an accounting practice and strong knowledge of Australian taxation laws. Responsibilities include preparation of tax returns and financial statements, managing compliance for various entities, and maintaining accurate financial records using cloud software. Candidates must be eligible to work in Australia and have competency in Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of proven experience working within an accounting practice.
• Strong understanding of Australian taxation laws and compliance requirements.
• Competency in cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and lodge Income Tax Returns, Financial Statements, and Business Activity Statements (BAS).
• Manage end-to-end accounting and tax compliance for various entities.
• Liaise with clients and regulatory authorities regarding tax compliance.

Skills

Australian taxation knowledge

Client interaction

Cloud-based accounting systems

Education

Currently studying for CPA or CA qualification

Tools

Xero

MYOB

QuickBooks

Job description

GBS Accountants is a premier accounting and business advisory firm dedicated to the success of Melbourne businesses. We go beyond standard compliance to help clients synchronize their financial data with real-world strategy, driving superior business performance and personal wealth. We work with business owners to design robust financial structures, optimize tax positions, and plan for long-term growth.

Unlike firms that rely on offshore processing, our team is 100% local. We are right here in Melbourne, serving our community with five core pillars of expertise:

• Business Accounting & Taxation
• Strategic Business Development
• Self-Managed Super Funds (SMSF)
• Wealth Creation & Asset Protection

We are seeking a dedicated Tax Accountant or Intermediate Business Accountant to join our team in Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs. This full-time, on-site role is ideally suited for a professional who enjoys client interaction, values accuracy, and has hands‑on experience with Australian taxation and cloud-based accounting systems. You will be responsible for managing compliance for various entities while ensuring timely and accurate financial reporting.

Primary Responsibilities

• Prepare and lodge Income Tax Returns, Financial Statements, and Business Activity Statements (BAS).
• Manage end‑to‑end accounting and tax compliance for a diverse range of entities, including Self‑Managed Super Funds (SMSFs).
• Liaise professionally with clients, the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), and other relevant regulatory authorities.
• Ensure all statutory obligations are met with timely lodgements in strict accordance with Australian tax regulations.
• Maintain accurate financial records utilizing cloud-based accounting software such as Xero, MYOB, and QuickBooks.

Experience & Qualifications

• Experience: 1–2 years of proven experience working within an accounting practice.
• Education: Currently studying for or commencing CPA or CA qualification.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of Australian taxation laws and compliance requirements.
• Software Proficiency: Competency in Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, and SoftAssist is required (experience with BGL is a plus).
• Eligibility: Must have full working rights in Australia and be available to work on‑site in Melbourne’s Northern Suburbs.

We believe in equality of opportunity.