Senior Tax and Business Services Accountant
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Work Where Career and Lifestyle Align
Start your day with a walk along the water, a coffee from a nearby café, and a seat in our modern, light-filled office overlooking parklands. At Clarke McEwan, our Maroochydore office is designed to support both productivity and wellbeing.
We’re a team of Chartered Accountants and Advisors who care deeply about doing great work, supporting each other, and building long-term client relationships with real impact.
Who We Are
Clarke McEwan is a well-established and growing accounting and advisory firm servicing clients across Queensland. We work with business owners, professionals and families to provide clarity, structure, and smart financial outcomes.
Our strength lies in our people-first mindset—both in how we treat our clients, and how we support each other. We’re proud of the reputation we’ve built, and we’re investing in the future by bringing the right people along with us.
What We Value
We’re a values-led team that’s driven by purpose—not just performance. Here’s what guides how we work and who we hire:
Client First – We build trust through relationships, not just results.
Excellence – We take pride in delivering work that’s accurate, meaningful, and useful.
Collaboration – We share knowledge, support one another, and succeed as a team.
Integrity – We own our work, follow through on commitments, and act with honesty.
Growth – We seek opportunities to improve, learn, and help others do the same.
Balance – We understand that sustainable performance starts with wellbeing.
What You’ll Gain
This isn’t just another accounting job. It’s an opportunity to join a supportive, capable team where your skills will be valued, your contribution will be seen, and your career will have room to grow.
Here’s what you can expect:
A Great Place to Work
Positive, team-oriented culture where people enjoy working together
A leadership team that’s approachable, supportive and focused on your development
Waterfront offices in Maroochydore— close to cafés, green spaces and lifestyle amenities
Career Development
Ongoing access to professional learning through NTAA, Knowledge Shop, Kaplan, CCH, CA, and CPA
Opportunities to develop advisory skills and broaden your client impact
Genuine Work-Life Balance
A work environment that values performance and sustainability
Respect for boundaries and time outside of work
The chance to work in a calm, well-organised team without burnout culture
Full-time or Part-time options are available for the right candidate
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Senior Accountant in our Tax and Business Services teamyou’ll play a key role in delivering quality outcomes for a diverse portfolio of clients. You’ll be involved in:
Preparing accurate, clear financial statements and tax returns
Providing advice clients can understand and act on—not just technical compliance
Working with the Director on more complex tax and structuring matters
Mentoring junior team members and reviewing their work
Helping clients with cloud-based accounting software and business queries
Actively contributing ideas, improvements, and insights
What You’ll Bring
We’re looking for someone who combines strong technical knowledge with clear communication, sound judgment, and a focus on people.
You’ll likely be:
CA or CPA qualified, or currently undertaking
A confident communicator who enjoys client interaction and relationship building
Well-organised and capable of managing competing priorities
Familiar with cloud-based platforms (experience with XPM and FYI Docs is a bonus)
Known for your reliability, accountability, and attention to detail
Curious, open-minded, and motivated to keep learning
We’re more interested in capability and alignment than ticking years of experience.
Why Clarke McEwan?
We’re the right size to make a difference—big enough to offer variety and stability, but small enough for your voice to be heard. You won’t get lost in layers of hierarchy or pulled in every direction. Instead, you’ll find a team that genuinely cares and a firm with a long-term vision.
Let’s Talk
If this sounds like the kind of environment you’d thrive in, we’d love to hear from you. Whether you’re looking for your next step or simply exploring your options, reach out for a confidential chat—or come grab a coffee by the water with us.
· Apply with your CV and a short intro
· Learn more at www.clarkemcewan.com.au
· All applications are treated with strict confidentiality
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $85,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Work Authorisation:
Australia (Preferred)
Work Location: In person