About the business and the role
We are a small/medium sized practice located in Port Adelaide.
We are seeking a client focused accountant with a friendly personality who will be an excellent fit to our close knit team. You will have at least 2-3 years' experience working in an accounting practice.
This position involves attending to the taxation and accounting requirements for various client structures, ranging from individuals (Employees and Sole Traders), to small to medium businesses (Partnerships, Trusts and Companies).
This role offers more than just a career opportunity — it provides a genuine pathway to ownership. For the right candidate, we are open to discussing future equity in the practice, with the aim of transitioning into a buy-in arrangement over the coming years. If you are looking to build a long-term career, contribute to the growth of a respected firm, and ultimately become a partner in its future success, we'd love to hear from you.
Job tasks and responsibilities
* Interview and meet with clients
* Prepare BAS and bookkeeping for businesses.
* Provide tax and accounting advice
* Interact with the director on key issues and complex matters.
* Undertake and participate in staff training and present to other team members.
* Liaise with the ATO and other government departments
Skills and experience
Ability to work in a fast paced environment in the presence of clients throughout July to October while ensuring accurate data entry.
* A broad and solid knowledge of taxation issues (including GST) is a key component to the role.
* Confidence in dealing with clients face to face to help with their taxation and business issues.
* You must be fluent in English, as communication is imperative to meaningful client interaction.
* Highly efficient coordination ability to multi-task and be task orientated.
* Experience with MYOB Accountant's Enterprise, XEROand Microsoft Office will be an advantage.
Job benefits and perks
You will be joining a genuine, professional and friendly team who enjoy working together.
We set reasonable budgets and care about getting the job done right and ensuring clients are happy.
We are realistic about work/life balance and compensate our accountants for their extra time and efforts through July to October.
You will have your own office and free street parking.