Job details
| Location: | Australian Capital Territory |
| Salary: | $90000 - $120000 per annum |
| Job Type: | Permanent |
| Discipline: | |
| Reference: | V-143069 |
| Posted: | 2 days ago |
Job description
About the firmAn established practice with a team of approximately 40 professionals, the firm has grown organically while maintaining exceptional staff tenure and a strong focus on building long-term careers within the business.
Built on values of integrity, collaboration, and professionalism, the firm places a strong emphasis on advisory services, fostering strong client relationships, and driving continuous improvement through technology and ongoing training.
The team operates from a newly fitted, modern office, having relocated within the past year, providing a fresh and professional working environment.
About the role
My client is a growing, well reputable accounting firm within Canberra. As part of their continued growth, they are looking to appoint a Senior Accountant to take ownership of a client portfolio and to hit the ground running. This is a key role within the firm and requires strong communication skills, client relationship capability, and the confidence to operate leading a team. While compliance remains a core part of its offering, the firm places a strong emphasis on providing proactive advice, identifying value-adding opportunities, and building trusted partnerships with its clients. This approach is underpinned by a focus on attracting and retaining high-performing professionals.
Some of your key responsibilities will include:
- Preparing financial statements and taxation returns
- Assisting with taxation issues, including GST, CGT, FBT, and Div7a
- Preparing and lodging Business Activity Statements (BAS) and Instalment Activity Statements (IAS)
- Delivering compliance work alongside advisory support such as structuring, planning, and client discussions
- Mentoring and training junior staff members including some review work
- Managing workflows, deadlines and job budgets with confidence
- Completed or currently studying towards your CA/CPA qualification
- 3-4+ years of experience in Australian public practice
- Proficiency with Xero
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- A strong understanding of tax and accounting fundamentals
This firm has a culture that is both collaborative and supportive – the office is open plan, and Managers are on hand to provide support and assistance and operate with an open-door policy.
Some of the benefits include:
- WFH flexibility
- Flexible working hours
- Great career progression opportunities - everyone received personalised career development plans with internal mentoring
- Social team and great culture – Monthly team events; sports & drinks, Melb Cup, EOFY, Christmas Party
- Great office - a professional, modern workspace in a great location with easily accessible public transport nearby
Click APPLY now or reach out to Charlie Lowe at charlielowe@charterhouse.com.au / 0481 158 260 for a confidential discussion.