Senior Accountant

Responsibilities:

● Conduct quality review of accounting work, maintaining high standards and providing constructive feedback to staff.

● Mentor and support junior accounting staff, promoting their professional growth and development.

● Act as a key support for Client Relationship Managers (‘CRM’), aiding in client inquiries,compliance matters, and various ad hoc duties.

● Prepare, review, and ensure the accuracy of financial statements (balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements) in alignment with Australian Accounting Standards.

● Ensure strict adherence to Australian tax laws and regulations, including but not limited to GST, PAYG, and BAS lodgements.

● Perform detailed financial analysis to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for financial optimization.

● Lead and streamline the month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring accurate reconciliation and accruals.

● Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders to enhance financial and operational efficiencies, particularly within the business services function.

● Coordinate with external auditors and tax consultants as necessary.

● Maintain up-to-date knowledge of accounting standards, legislation, and best practices to ensure organizational compliance and excellence.

Requirements:

● Education: Bachelor’s degree in Accounting; CA or CPA qualification from Australia is mandatory.

● Experience: Minimum of 7+ years in progressive tax accounting roles, demonstrating senior-level responsibilities in tax-focused accounting firms.

● Expertise: Proven experience in SME accounting, tax advisory, and handling FamilyGroups comprising multiple entities.

● Knowledge: Excellent knowledge of the various tax acts, both State and Federal, as well as other corporate requirements e.g. payroll tax, fringe benefits tax, ASIC, and WorkCover

● Technical Skills: Proficiency in major accounting software like MYOB, Xero, and QuickBooks is preferred.

● Personal Attributes:

○ Keen attention to detail with a focus on high accuracy and quality.

○ Independent work ethic with the ability to effectively collaborate in a team environment.

● Languages: Strong communication skills in both English and Vietnamese