Job Description
Location
Sydney NSW 2000
Benefits
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Work from home
Professional development assistance
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Key responsibilities
Financial statement preparation: Compile and prepare financial statements and management reports for clients, ensuring they comply with relevant accounting standards and reporting frameworks.
Tax compliance: Prepare and lodge a range of tax returns (income tax, BAS/IAS, GST, payroll tax, FBT) and related documentation for clients. This includes calculating tax liabilities, reviewing supporting schedules and ensuring lodgements are accurate and submitted on timerichardlloyd.com.au.
Advisory and planning: Provide proactive advice on the tax implications of business transactions (e.g., asset purchases/sales, restructures or mergers) and identify strategies to minimise tax exposure while remaining compliantrichardlloyd.com.ausleek.com.
Client management: Liaise directly with clients to gather information, answer queries and explain financial and tax concepts in a clear manner. Maintain up‑to‑date client records and ensure relevant information is captured in the firm’s systems.
Regulatory liaison: Act as a point of contact with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other regulatory bodies on behalf of clients, assisting with audits and resolving tax‑related queriesrichardlloyd.com.au.
Collaboration: Work closely with partners and senior accountants to support advisory projects, budgeting and cash‑flow analysis. Assist with training and mentoring junior staff as required.
Professional development: Pursue ongoing technical training to remain current with Australian tax law, ATO practices and industry‑standard software toolssleek.com.
Skills and attributes
Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
CA/CPA/IPA qualified or working towards qualification (desirable).
Minimum 2 year's experience in public practice accounting, with exposure to preparation of financial statements and tax lodgements for multiple entities.
Strong knowledge of Australian tax legislation and the ability to interpret and apply it when preparing returns and advising clientssleek.com.
Excellent analytical and organisational skills with a high level of attention to detailsleek.com.
Proficiency with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to manage multiple client deadlines, prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a client‑service mindset; able to explain complex financial and tax concepts to non‑accountantssleek.com.
Commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Temp to perm, Contract, Graduate
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $53,613.41 – $106,015.71 per year
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
Professional development assistance
Work from home
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Sydney NSW 2000
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Work from home
Professional development assistance
Full job description
Key responsibilities
Financial statement preparation: Compile and prepare financial statements and management reports for clients, ensuring they comply with relevant accounting standards and reporting frameworks.
Tax compliance: Prepare and lodge a range of tax returns (income tax, BAS/IAS, GST, payroll tax, FBT) and related documentation for clients. This includes calculating tax liabilities, reviewing supporting schedules and ensuring lodgements are accurate and submitted on timerichardlloyd.com.au.
Advisory and planning: Provide proactive advice on the tax implications of business transactions (e.g., asset purchases/sales, restructures or mergers) and identify strategies to minimise tax exposure while remaining compliantrichardlloyd.com.ausleek.com.
Client management: Liaise directly with clients to gather information, answer queries and explain financial and tax concepts in a clear manner. Maintain up‑to‑date client records and ensure relevant information is captured in the firm’s systems.
Regulatory liaison: Act as a point of contact with the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) and other regulatory bodies on behalf of clients, assisting with audits and resolving tax‑related queriesrichardlloyd.com.au.
Collaboration: Work closely with partners and senior accountants to support advisory projects, budgeting and cash‑flow analysis. Assist with training and mentoring junior staff as required.
Professional development: Pursue ongoing technical training to remain current with Australian tax law, ATO practices and industry‑standard software toolssleek.com.
Skills and attributes
Degree in Accounting, Finance or a related discipline.
CA/CPA/IPA qualified or working towards qualification (desirable).
Minimum 2 year's experience in public practice accounting, with exposure to preparation of financial statements and tax lodgements for multiple entities.
Strong knowledge of Australian tax legislation and the ability to interpret and apply it when preparing returns and advising clientssleek.com.
Excellent analytical and organisational skills with a high level of attention to detailsleek.com.
Proficiency with cloud accounting software (e.g. Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks) and advanced Excel skills.
Ability to manage multiple client deadlines, prioritise tasks and work effectively under pressure.
Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with a client‑service mindset; able to explain complex financial and tax concepts to non‑accountantssleek.com.
Commitment to confidentiality and professional integrity.
Job Types: Part-time, Freelance, Temp to perm, Contract, Graduate
Contract length: 12 months
Pay: $53,613.41 – $106,015.71 per year
Expected hours: 35 per week
Benefits:
Professional development assistance
Work from home
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Accounting and Taxation Officier position is now open for candidates interested in the Accountant Jobs sector. This role in Sydney offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Accountant Jobs is a plus.
