About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Senior Australian Tax & Business Advisory Accountant to join our growing offshore team supporting Australian clients.
This role offers the opportunity to work across both tax compliance and business advisory, with a strong focus on developing into a senior technical and strategic advisor. You'll work closely with leadership while enjoying a high level of autonomy and the opportunity for future career growth.
Key ResponsibilitiesCompliance
- Prepare financial statements and tax returns for individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships
- Prepare and review BAS
- Provide GST advice
- Conduct payroll reviews (limited)
- Handle Division 7A matters
- Prepare Capital Gains Tax (CGT) calculations
- Manage Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) requirements
- Process trust distributions
- Prepare estate accounting
- Complete annual company minutes
Advisory
- Tax planning
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Cashflow analysis
- Business structuring
- Personal Services Income (PSI) advice
- Prepare written taxation advice
- Conduct technical tax research
- Manage ATO correspondence
- Prepare client briefing papers
- Create meeting agendas and minutes
Client Communication
- Respond to technical client queries
- Draft professional client emails
- Request additional information when required
- Communicate directly with clients once authorised
- Escalate strategic matters appropriately
RequirementsNon-Negotiable
- Minimum 5 years of Australian accounting and taxation experience
- Strong knowledge of Australian taxation across individuals, companies, trusts, and partnerships
- Advanced technical expertise in:
- Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
- Division 7A
- Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT)
- GST
- Tax planning
- Business structures
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills
- Proficiency with:
- Xero
- Xero Tax
- Xero Practice Manager
- Microsoft Office
- Previous experience with a Big 4 or reputable Mid-Tier accounting firm is highly preferred
Why Join Us
- Work remotely with Australian clients
- Be part of a collaborative and supportive team
- Gain exposure to both compliance and advisory work
- Opportunity to grow into a senior technical and leadership position
- Long-term career growth in Australian public practice
